Master Scheduler

PURPOSE:

Prepare the master production schedule for the plant. Convert master production schedule to feasible production plan. A primary area of focus will be to ensure that the master production schedule meets customer delivery expectations while keeping a smooth flow of work through the plant and minimizing inventory investments. Position is also responsible for scheduling raw material in order to provide a smooth flow to manufacturing to meet customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assess demand and set load requirements for all departments in Grafton and GBE
• Create manning models
• Set throughput targets for Grafton and GBE
• Maintain and drive material release plan for Grafton
• Create and drive weekly Grafton to Dillon delivery plan
• Develop and maintain 1yr, 3yr, and 5yr demand and capacity plans.
• Identify where additional equipment and people resources are needed well ahead of actual need
• Develop a facility models in Factory Planner for use in scheduling facility as well as conducting "what-if" analyses.
• Analyze and report projected press set-ups/batches, work center load hours, cycle times, inventory, etc. using Factory Planner.
• Analyze work center capacity and model plan based on infinite capacity or finite capacity as required.
• Responsible for setting and maintaining the lines.
• Responsible for developing schedules that reduce inventories.
• Develop policies and procedures that will allow the plant to run from reports generated by the factory planner system.
• Liaison between Purchasing and Customer Service Departments for scheduling raw material.
• Works closely with Estimating for the set-up of Bills of Materials and routers.
• Supports Production Control with systems and scheduling information.
• Provides scheduling information to shop personnel for the RMC process.
• Works closely with IT personnel to review and develop functionality in the manufacturing systems.
• Provides information and reports to appropriate personnel as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College degree and/or equivalent supply chain experience.
• APICS certification or courses. Knowledge and experience with planning systems (ERP, MRP, etc.).
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in Heavy Manufacturing (Steel making, automotive or forging preferred)
• Familiarity with e-commerce.
• Familiarity with metal manufacturing processes.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of the Theory of Constraints.
• Ability to see the "big picture."

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

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