Master Production Scheduler

The Master Production Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining an integrated production schedule across multiple manufacturing plants to ensure optimal resource utilization, on‑time delivery, and alignment with customer demand. This role serves as a key link between Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Logistics to balance capacity, inventory, and service levels. Key Responsibilities Develop and Manage Master Schedule: Create and maintain a consolidated production schedule for multiple plants based on demand forecasts, inventory targets, and capacity constraints. Ensure alignment with Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes. Capacity Planning & Resource Optimization: Analyze plant capacities and identify bottlenecks; propose solutions to optimize throughput. Coordinate production loads across facilities to maximize efficiency and minimize costs. Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Plant Managers, Materials Management, Procurement, and Logistics teams to ensure schedule feasibility and material availability. Communicate schedule changes and priorities to stakeholders. Inventory & Demand Management: Monitor inventory levels and adjust schedules to maintain optimal stock while avoiding shortages or excess. Incorporate customer orders, forecasts, and safety stock requirements into planning. Identify opportunities for process improvements in scheduling, planning, and capacity utilization. Support implementation of advanced planning systems and tools. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or related field. Experience: 5+ years in production planning or scheduling, preferably in a multi‑plant environment. Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and SIOP processes. Skills: Advanced proficiency in scheduling tools and SAP (ERP System). Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Advanced Excel Advanced Power Point Preferred APICS CPIM or CSCP certification. Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Pay Transparency Chemelex’s pay scale is based on the expected range of compensation for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range: $110,000 - $153,000 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation. Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chemelex