What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Scheduler position at Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)?
IEM is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of electrical distribution and control systems in North America. The Company has developed one of the most sophisticated electrical product manufacturing systems in the world and has cultivated partnerships with leading component suppliers resulting in optimal solutions to customer problems. IEM has offices in California, Florida, Canada and Belgium.
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Master Scheduler to join our Jacksonville production planning team. This key role will ensure the production schedules are level-loaded, resources are optimally allocated, and capacity constraints are managed effectively. The Master Scheduler will play a vital role in maintaining efficient operations and will serve as a primary liaison for reporting capacity levels to upper management, providing insights that drive informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities Production Scheduling And Planning
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Master Scheduler to join our Jacksonville production planning team. This key role will ensure the production schedules are level-loaded, resources are optimally allocated, and capacity constraints are managed effectively. The Master Scheduler will play a vital role in maintaining efficient operations and will serve as a primary liaison for reporting capacity levels to upper management, providing insights that drive informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities Production Scheduling And Planning
- Develop and maintain a master production schedule to ensure balanced workloads and optimal resource utilization.
- Collaborate with production planners, team leads, and supply chain personnel to align production schedules with demand forecasts and inventory goals.
- Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts or bottlenecks to maintain a smooth workflow.
- Monitor and analyze the plant's capacity levels, identifying potential risks or inefficiencies.
- Provide actionable recommendations to address capacity constraints and improve throughput.
- Partner with operational teams to ensure resources (labor, equipment, materials) are aligned with production requirements.
- Create and present detailed reports to upper management on plant capacity, production performance, and resource utilization.
- Develop dashboards and metrics to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling and capacity planning.
- Serve as a communication bridge between production teams and leadership, ensuring alignment on priorities and goals.
- Implement and refine scheduling processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to support manufacturing and operational excellence.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and integrate them into scheduling and planning workflows.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- APICS/ASCM CPIM certification preferred
- 3 years of experience in master scheduling, production scheduling, capacity planning, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (Infor Syteline preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience reporting to senior leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with the specific needs of production in a make to order manufacturing environment.
