Master Scheduler / Production Planner at Ametek, Inc. in Peabody, Massachusetts

Job Description:

As a Master Scheduler/Production Planner at TMC, you will play a critical role in coordinating and optimizing the production schedule to ensure efficient and timely delivery of products. You will collaborate closely with various departments, including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and sales, to align production activities with customer demand and inventory levels. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the master production schedule, analyzing production capacity, and implementing strategies to improve operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Scheduling: Develop and maintain production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory levels. Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure the efficient utilization of resources and adherence to production timelines.
• Capacity Planning: Monitor production capacity and identify potential bottlenecks or constraints. Work proactively to optimize production efficiency and minimize downtime through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
• Inventory Management: Analyze inventory levels and demand patterns to optimize inventory levels while minimizing excess stock and shortages. Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely procurement of raw materials and components to support production requirements.
• Order Fulfillment: Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to prioritize and expedite customer orders as needed. Ensure that customer delivery commitments are met while balancing production capacity and inventory constraints.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains within the production planning process. Implement best practices and tools to enhance production scheduling accuracy, optimize inventory management, and reduce lead times.
• Communication and Collaboration: Foster effective communication and collaboration across departments, including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, sales, and finance. Keep stakeholders informed of production schedule changes, inventory status, and any potential issues impacting production.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze production data, including production output, lead times, and inventory levels, to identify trends, performance metrics, and areas for improvement. Prepare regular reports and dashboards to communicate key performance indicators and production planning metrics to management.
• Quality Assurance Support: Coordinate with quality assurance teams to ensure that production processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. Address any quality-related issues that may impact production scheduling or customer satisfaction.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks to production schedules, such as supply chain disruptions, equipment breakdowns, or workforce shortages. Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen events and minimize their impact on production operations.
• Training and Development: Provide training and guidance to production planning staff on best practices, procedures, and tools related to production scheduling and inventory management. Support the professional development of team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in production planning software or ERP systems preferably Microsoft Dynamics and/or SAP.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in production planning and scheduling.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities and requirements.

Compensation

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Boston