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Master Scheduler
VanTran · Waco 1 · Active · Paylocity Recruiting
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | VanTran |
| Title | Master Scheduler |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | - |
| Location | Waco, TX, United States |
| Work model | - |
| Employment type | - |
| Salary | - |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | Paylocity Recruiting |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-06-06 / 2026-06-06 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-06-06 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
Position Summary
The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to ensure a feasible and efficient production plan aligned with current customer demand, available capacity, and material availability.
This role focuses on short- to mid-term schedule execution, ensuring production continuity, on-time delivery, and rapid response to changes in the manufacturing environment.
The Master Scheduler plays a critical role in balancing demand and capacity, identifying constraints, and driving proactive solutions to maintain production commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Production Scheduling & Execution
Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on confirmed customer orders and approved demand plans. Translate demand requirements into weekly and daily production schedules. Ensure schedules are feasible considering available labor, machine capacity, and material supply. Continuously adjust schedules based on: Production performance Material availability Changes in customer priorities Demand & Capacity Alignment
Balance customer demand with plant capabilities to optimize throughput and delivery performance. Identify capacity constraints and production bottlenecks and collaborate with operations to resolve them. Support production leadership in planning for overtime, additional shifts, or schedule adjustments when required. Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate closely with Production, Materials, Purchasing, Engineering, and Customer Service to ensure schedule alignment and execution. Communicate schedule priorities, changes, and risks clearly across departments. Support Customer Service by providing realistic order commit dates based on the current schedule. ERP / System Management
Maintain and execute production schedules within the ERP/MRP system. Ensure accuracy of planning data including: Lead times Routings Work centers Monitor system signals (shortages, order releases, exceptions) to maintain schedule integrity. Inventory & Material Coordination
Ensure alignment between production schedules and material availability. Work with Purchasing and Materials teams to anticipate shortages and prevent production disruptions. Support inventory optimization by balancing service levels and inventory turns. Performance Monitoring
Track and report on execution-focused KPIs, including: Schedule adherence On-time delivery (OTD) Production attainment Short-term capacity utilization Identify gaps in execution and support corrective actions to improve schedule performance. Material & Production Coordination
Ensure material availability aligns with the production schedule. Partner with Purchasing and Materials teams to highlight shortages and expedite critical items. Monitor WIP flow to support continuous production execution Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Administration or related field preferred. Experience
5-8 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain planning within a manufacturing environment. Desirable as Master Scheduler. Experience in a high mix low volume environment Experience in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle,etc.) required. Experience in electrical equipment, transformers, or heavy manufacturing is highly desirable. APICS, CPIM certified Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and planning skills Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities Strong understanding of MRP/MPS planning principles Excellent cross-functional communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-Time Delivery (OTD) Schedule Adherence Revenue target Production Throughput Inventory Turns Capacity Utilization Reduction of Production Delays
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| Title | Master Scheduler |
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| Source URL | https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/4232207/VanTran/Master-Scheduler |
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| First Seen At | 2026-06-06 13:37:58Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 13:37:58Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 13:37:58Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-06-06 13:37:58Z |
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| Source Posted At | 2026-06-06 00:52:57Z |
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