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About the job Master Scheduler / Planner
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Master Scheduler / Planner to lead production planning and scheduling across complex manufacturing operations. This strategic role requires a disciplined, detail-oriented professional with expertise in project controls, schedule risk management, and production flow optimization. The ideal candidate is PMI-SP certified and well-versed in AACE International's recommended practices for scheduling and delay analysis.
Key Responsibilities • Master Schedule Management: Develop and maintain a Master Production Schedule (MPS) to balance customer demand, resource availability, and inventory levels. • Baseline Schedule Control: Create, update, and manage detailed baseline schedules and project chronologies. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate closely with engineering, procurement, operations, and quality teams to ensure full alignment of production schedules. • Delay & Impact Analysis: Perform delay and schedule impact analysis in accordance with AACE RP 29R-03 / 52R-06. • Project Scheduling: Manage planning for complex manufacturing environments, including make-to-order and make-to-stock products. • Agile Integration: Apply Agile and Lean methodologies to improve scheduling responsiveness, flexibility, and process efficiency. • Capacity Planning: Analyze resource constraints and capacity issues, identify bottlenecks, and propose corrective actions. • Reporting & Forecasting: Prepare and present schedule performance metrics, forecasts, and risk assessments to senior leadership. • Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a key resource on schedule governance, risk management, and project controls. • Additional Duties: Perform other planning-related responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications • Certification: PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) certification is required. • Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field; Masters degree is a plus. • Experience: 7+ years of experience in scheduling/project planning, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment. • Industry Tools: Proficient in production scheduling tools and platforms such as Fulcrum, Xometry, or similar systems. • AACE Knowledge: In-depth understanding of AACE International standards and project delay analysis methodologies. • Analytical Skills: Strong critical thinking, data analysis, and organizational skills. • Agile/Lean: Familiarity with Agile practices and Lean manufacturing principles.
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About the Role We are seeking an experienced Master Scheduler / Planner to lead production planning and scheduling across complex manufacturing operations. This strategic role requires a disciplined, detail-oriented professional with expertise in project controls, schedule risk management, and production flow optimization. The ideal candidate is PMI-SP certified and well-versed in AACE International's recommended practices for scheduling and delay analysis.
Key Responsibilities • Master Schedule Management: Develop and maintain a Master Production Schedule (MPS) to balance customer demand, resource availability, and inventory levels. • Baseline Schedule Control: Create, update, and manage detailed baseline schedules and project chronologies. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate closely with engineering, procurement, operations, and quality teams to ensure full alignment of production schedules. • Delay & Impact Analysis: Perform delay and schedule impact analysis in accordance with AACE RP 29R-03 / 52R-06. • Project Scheduling: Manage planning for complex manufacturing environments, including make-to-order and make-to-stock products. • Agile Integration: Apply Agile and Lean methodologies to improve scheduling responsiveness, flexibility, and process efficiency. • Capacity Planning: Analyze resource constraints and capacity issues, identify bottlenecks, and propose corrective actions. • Reporting & Forecasting: Prepare and present schedule performance metrics, forecasts, and risk assessments to senior leadership. • Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a key resource on schedule governance, risk management, and project controls. • Additional Duties: Perform other planning-related responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications • Certification: PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) certification is required. • Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field; Masters degree is a plus. • Experience: 7+ years of experience in scheduling/project planning, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment. • Industry Tools: Proficient in production scheduling tools and platforms such as Fulcrum, Xometry, or similar systems. • AACE Knowledge: In-depth understanding of AACE International standards and project delay analysis methodologies. • Analytical Skills: Strong critical thinking, data analysis, and organizational skills. • Agile/Lean: Familiarity with Agile practices and Lean manufacturing principles.
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