Master Scheduler Job Description template and pdf with duties [2023]

Job summary 1

The Master Scheduler focuses on the high-level management of all schedules for the plant. It is the main contact between the plant and corporate planning and is essential for corporate planning and plant operations alignment. Daily interdepartmental communication is required to help the entire plant achieve established goals and KPIs.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Requirements & Skills 1

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university or college
At least 5 years of related experience
Strategic thinking, strong analytical skills, able to synthesize considerable amounts of complex data
Be capable of utilizing spreadsheets and SAP or similar ERP software in managing the planning process
Change agent – the skill of enabling change, strong influencing abilities
- Ability to work on multiple projects with limited direction
- Exceptional interpersonal/written communication skills; can effectively interact with all levels of management
- Team player able to work well across business operations and develop strong business teams

Job summary 2

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and integrating comprehensive project plans and schedules throughout the project. Collects integrates and monitors current project schedules, future projects, and anticipated projects into a Portfolio Master Schedule providing management input into future project selection, providing hypothetical input and analysis, and project execution timing requirements. Also, responsible to track current and forecasting future resource needs based on the Portfolio Master Schedule.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Supervise project, scope documents, and identification of deliverables.
Oversee and assist in the development of the appropriate level of detail for work package definition, including durations and logic sequences.
Establish policy, scheduling procedures, and templates to ensure effective support of project needs.
Oversee coordination and integration of schedule input from all internal and external sources.
- Develop project schedule, modify as necessary and assist staff in specific portfolio requirements.
- Generate and review report progress, evaluate and resolve variances and develop work-around plans.
- Conduct resource loading analysis as required.

Requirements & Skills 2

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, construction, or engineering required.
EXPERIENCE: 5-7 years’ theme park environment experience preferred. 7-10 years of planning and scheduling or cost engineering experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job summary 3

Master Scheduler organizes repair activities through the assembly, disassembly, inspection, machine repair, assembly, and test operations. Coordinates manufacturing activities through multiple departments and individuals.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Prioritize work for the Drilling aftermarket group including but not limited to routings, assembly, machine shop, and inspection
Develop and manage the master schedule for production, RGR/maintenance, and third-party workloads
Alter schedule as needed to meet unforeseen circumstances
Determine the overall lead time required to meet delivery commitments
- Prepare plant capacity data for reporting and analysis
- Work with different departmental leads for schedule updates, such as external purchase order deliveries, longest lead material, work order finish, and so on
- Responsible for leading production meetings

Requirements & Skills 3

BS in Business, Engineering, or equivalent materials experience
Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US without sponsorship
2-4 years minimum experience in a manufacturing environment
- Adept knowledge of SAP or similar ERP system
- Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel skills (ability to understand and develop macros preferred)
- Ability to investigate, present, implement, and maintain scheduling system improvements

Job summary 4

We are seeking a Master Scheduler. This candidate will provide scheduling and planning for strategic programs. Review project proposals to determine the impact on schedule and resources. Provide analysis and project support to assigned program workload. The analysis includes reviewing scope and schedule performance. Develop schedules that include project phasing, and project milestones, and represent critical relationships between program tasks as required to plan, coordinate, and visualize all significant program activities. Analyze trends, develop reports, facilitate communication, and provide feedback on program performance.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Provide scheduling and planning for major and/or strategic programs as assigned
Provide analysis and project support to assigned program workload. The analysis includes reviewing the scope and schedule performance
Develop schedules that include project phasing, and project milestones, and represent critical relationships between program tasks as required to plan, coordinate, and visualize all significant program activities
- Works with the management team to ensure the schedule/program plan is executable (cost, schedule, and technical requirements are fully integrated) and executing as planned
- Advise management of risks that may affect project profit, costs, and schedules
- Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization

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Job summary 5

The Master Scheduler creates and maintains provider schedule templates, and updates specialty subgroups. Monitors specialty wait-for lists and identifies opportunities to meet patient demand. The Master Scheduler facilitates appointment rescheduling and provider make-up sessions for approved clinic closures. The Master Scheduler must maintain in-depth knowledge of operational and patient flow considerations in the clinical specialties they support. Effective interpersonal and communication skills are required with patients and with all levels of medical center personnel.

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Job summary 6

We are seeking an energetic, innovative Master Scheduler to join the fulfillment operations group. The Master Scheduler is a highly collaborative position that plays a key role in the success of the Company. This position will support all fulfillment activities to maintain and improve scheduling accuracy, capacity planning capabilities, order management, and other business metrics. Seamless execution, flexibility, adaptability, collaboration, organization, and communication are critical factors/skills to successfully perform this role.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Requirements & Skills 6

Associates degree preferred, or equivalent combination of training and related experience
Lean Manufacturing knowledge.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with different levels of the organization.
Self-motivated and team-oriented mindset.
3-5 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of Oracle and Agile platforms
- Ability to stand for an extended period, working from 8-10 hours
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Job summary 7

The Master Scheduler will be responsible for contributing to the success of the aforementioned areas of responsibility. As the business evolved, this role will do so as well.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Leads and owns the facilitation of the cross-functional Backlog/Production Meeting with the appropriate frequency for the BU/BA/Regional structure.
Determines production schedules considering all variables such as; inbound supply and production/fulfillment capacity to deliver maximization of revenue while simultaneously meeting our on-time delivery and lead time KPIs.
Main point of contact and source of information of orders. Tactical activities such as but not limited to an email inquiry, inventory inquiry, version history research, etc. are expected.
Order management activities including managing hold and scheduling orders per production capacity.
Establish priority for work order’s sequence in alignment with scheduled dates
Collaborate with supply chain, order entry, and production on order execution to SLA.
- Participate and have direct involvement in customer communications as needed.
- Follow up on scheduling/production/shipping exceptions to ensure commitments are met.
- Follow up on aging orders to ensure prompt disposition by SLA.

Requirements & Skills 7

Degree in business management, engineering, supply chain management, or related fields (University / College degree preferred)
Proficient in MS Office applications, in particular, Word and Excel
Experience with Oracle ERP programs required.
Familiarity with Agile PLM is preferred
Ability to perform daily tasks without constant Management / Supervisory oversight
- Must be willing to frequently communicate and collaborate across functional boundaries.
- Compliance with all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Job summary 8

The Master Scheduler (MS) ensures a continuous supply of inbound material to support production with 100% on-time and in-full delivery to the customer. MS assists the Materials Manager to achieve all materials operating metrics. MS serves as the lead Master Scheduler and can back up the Materials Manager as needed.

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Job summary 9

The Master Scheduler is responsible for determining the production plan within capacity constraints, generating orders, and working with internal and external resources to determine the finite schedule. Assesses and implements ERP complex techniques needed to plan, schedule, control, measure, and evaluate the effectiveness of production operations.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Requirements & Skills 9

Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 to 20 pounds
- Must use hands to handle, feel, reach, type, or operate objects or controls
- This job primarily operates in a professional office setting, spending extended time sitting, typing, and answering telephones
- Personal protective equipment including safety glasses, lab coats, gloves, specialized clothing including laboratory uniform, and appropriate shoes may be required in areas associated with this position.

Job summary 10

We are looking for a Master Scheduler.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Schedule new orders in the appropriate assembly plant and build week each day, based on plant build constraints, proximity to the shipping destination, materials availability, customer delivery requirements, and Company performance goals.
Lead departmental, cross-functional inter-divisional meetings to communicate current scheduling statuses and resolve open issues
Monitor new product availability, schedule appropriate dates, and ramp up quantities.
- Maintain constraint tables within the scheduling system.
- Coordinate build schedules with assembly plants daily to provide maximum visibility for materials, engineering, and production facilities.
- Recommend a plan of action to Senior Management regarding any scheduling issues.

Requirements & Skills 10

4-year Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Marketing required.
Strong organizational skills and priority-setting capabilities.
3+ years’ experience in the heavy-duty truck industry desired.
Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and evaluate complex situations to recommend sound action plans.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Able to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of management.
- Proficient in data analysis, including Excel and Access.