Master Scheduler

LHH is working with a metals manufacturing "job shop" that is seeking a Master Scheduler for Direct Hire. About the Company Industry: Metals Manufacturing About the Role Master Scheduler Position Summary Responsible for developing and maintaining the production schedule to ensure customer demand is met while balancing labor, capacity, materials, and operational priorities. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to drive on-time delivery, optimize production flow, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and manage the master production schedule. Balance customer demand with production capacity, labor availability, and material supply. Prioritize production activities to support on-time delivery performance. Identify and address capacity constraints, bottlenecks, and schedule disruptions. Lead daily production scheduling and planning meetings. Communicate schedule updates and changes across departments. Monitor schedule attainment, inventory levels, backlog, and production performance. Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams. Manage MRP/MRPII planning and execution activities. Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Kanban, Just-in-Time (JIT), and Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Drive inventory accuracy and effective shop floor control processes. Mentor, coach, and develop planning and scheduling personnel. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in production planning or master scheduling. Experience in a high-mix, low-volume or job-shop manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of MRP, capacity planning, production control, and inventory management. ERP system experience required; Epicor experience strongly preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven scheduling decisions. Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership abilities. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. APICS CPIM certification preferred. Required Skills Strong understanding of MRP, capacity planning, production control, and inventory management. ERP system experience required; Epicor experience strongly preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven scheduling decisions. Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership abilities. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Preferred Skills APICS CPIM certification preferred. Preferred Industry Experience Candidates with experience in the following environments are highly preferred: Metal fabrication Sheet metal manufacturing Enclosure and cabinet manufacturing Data center infrastructure manufacturing Custom manufacturing operations Engineer-to-order (ETO) environments High-mix, low-volume production settings Pay range and compensation package Exempt Position Competitive benefits package Location: 75042 Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr