Master Scheduler

Title: Master Scheduler/Planning ManagerLocation: Hayward, CA (On-site)Compensation: $90,000 - $140,000 base salaryPOSITION SUMMARYWe are seeking a high-impact Master Scheduler / Planning Manager to take full ownership of production planning and scheduling across a complex, high-mix, low-volume and quick turn manufacturing environment serving the semiconductor industry.This is not a maintenance role"this is a build-and-transform role.You will be responsible for:Owning the end-to-end master scheduleLeading a team of 4-7 planners/production control personnelDriving the transition from reactive dispatching to disciplined, capacity-driven schedulingImplementing and maintaining MRP, finite scheduling, Advance Planning Module and planning rigor within EpicorYou will operate as the single source of truth for the production schedule, with authority to balance demand vs capacity and reschedule in/out on commitments when needed.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESOwn the Master ScheduleDevelop and control the end-to-end production scheduleSet clear priorities for the shop floor (executed by supervisors)Ensure alignment between demand, capacity, and executionLead Planning TeamManage and develop 4-7 planners / production control staffStandardize processes and eliminate reactive firefightingDrive accountability and planning disciplineBuild Capacity-Driven SchedulingDefine true capacity by work centerIdentify and manage bottlenecksTransition from dispatching chaos to finite, realistic schedulingMRP & System Implementation (Epicor)Lead MRP rollout and adoptionImprove data integrity (BOMs, routing, lead times, WIP accuracy)Shift planning from manual to system drivenDemand & Internal Customer AlignmentOwn feasible commit datesRecommend solutions on overload conditions with dataPartner with Customer Service, Program, and Account teams to reset expectationsPrioritize plannable (recurring) business at 70-75% of revenue while maintaining flexibility for quick-turn and spot buy ordersExecution CadenceParticipate in bi-weekly production meetingsProvide supply plan in monthly S&OPConsolidate all demand streams (sales orders, transfer orders, consignment) into a single supply planRun what-if capacity scenarios in Epicor before committing to the monthly build planPresent actual vs. plan performance in monthly S&OP review; escalate gaps to leadership with recommended solutionsStabilize & Improve PerformanceReduce past-due backlog, schedule churn, and expeditingImprove schedule adherence and control flowQualificationsExperience5-7+ years in production planning / master schedulingProven experience in MRP implementation, capacity planningExperience leading planners or production control teamsBackground in high-mix manufacturing (semiconductor preferred)TechnicalStrong ERP experience (Epicor strongly preferred)Strong MRP, BOM, routing, and capacity modeling knowledgeAdvanced ExcelFamiliarity with Epicor forecast consumption, demand class configuration, and capacity requirements planning (CRP) Education & CertificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or Engineering preferredAPICS CPIM certification is a strong plus " demonstrates formal planning and scheduling disciplineLeadershipComfortable challenging demand and pushing back with dataStructured, disciplined, and process-drivenAble to turn chaos into controlled executionStrong cross-functional communicationCore CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailExcellent organizational and time management abilitiesAbility to work under pressure and manage competing prioritiesStrong communication skills (written and verbal) across all organizational levelsCollaborative team player with ability to influence without direct authorityProactive mindset with ability to anticipate issues and develop contingency plansFlexibility to adapt to changing priorities and production demands