Master Scheduler

Master Scheduler

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

Responsible for
developing the master manufacturing production plan to satisfy customer demand
while carrying minimum effective inventory. Provides a monthly production
plan consistent with the plant capacity and sales forecast....

Your Responsibilities:

• Creates a rolling 3-6-month Master Production
  Plan for purchased and manufactured parts. Utilizes the production
  capacity, taking into consideration the sales forecast, customer requested
  ship dates and new product development. Communicates schedules monthly.
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  Facilitates communication between multiple
  teams internally, externally and globally to analyze and identify risks
  associated with the options built into the master production plan,
  including manufacturing lead times.
• 
  Performs supply-demand analysis each quarter,
  highlighting areas of concern for the next 12 months.
• 
  Makes delivery commitments on MTO products,
  which involve checking uncommitted material and availability of capacity.
• 
  Develops inventory targets and manages
  production using an MRP system to achieve targeted inventory levels;
  establishes policies to maximize efficiencies and minimize inventory
  investment, i.e. lead times, lot sizes, period of supply, economic order
  quantities, safety stock, and ordering rules.
• 
  Ensure coordination with Planners to execute
  the Production Plan on a weekly and monthly basis.
• 
  Monitors actual versus plan and identifies
  gaps and drives solutions on production performance relative to the
  requested production schedule.
• 
  Reviews sales forecast with plant and sales
  group on a monthly basis and, suggest modifications consistent with
  knowledge of current or historical demand.
• 
  Timely reporting of key metrics to plant
  leaders to include progress of projects and associated barriers.
• 
  Supports projects and production meetings to
  review dispatch report and performance against schedule, inventory
  strategy, supply plan to meet demand, and resource implications to reduce
  barriers to on-time order completion. Updates the Master Production Plan
  as necessary.
• 
  Monitors on-time performance and past due
  root causes and works to implement corrective actions.
• Works with Project Management, Engineering,
  Materials, and Operations to schedule the production of large custom
  projects. Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored
  appropriately, utilizing standard technology and documentation methodology.
• 
  Communicates proactively with customers and suppliers
  to resolve issues that may impact the facilities ability to meet shipping
  schedules.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Technical
  field with a minimum of 5 years' experience as a Production Scheduler with
  experience with inventory control, supply chain processes and procedures
  including manufacturing planning, demand, and replenishment processes in a
  manufacturing environment.
• 
  Knowledge of various computer software
  applications including work processing, spreadsheets, and database
  software. Experience using MRP/ERP systems.
• 
  Ability to read, analyze and interpret
  business documents, technical procedures or operating procedures. Ability
  to write reports and business correspondence, effectively present
  information and respond to questions from groups of managers and
  customers.
• 
  APICS certification and experience with CIRM,
  CPIM or CPM preferred.
• 
  Demonstrates, through actions, a commitment
  to the philosophy of continuous improvement and multi-disciplined
  problem-solving in all aspects of performance.
• 
  Works individually and as a team to develop
  and maintain cooperative and productive relationships with employees at
  all levels; conducts team assessments and develops training to ensure
  capabilities are in place.
  

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.