Master Scheduler

Dover

. Develop, issue, and manage short- and long-term production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeBall Ground • Georgia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in production planning and scheduling, utilizing advanced ERP/MRP systems and data analysis to optimize inventory management and ensure on-time delivery. Strong collaboration skills are essential for partnering with cross-functional teams to resolve operational bottlenecks.

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Production PlanningMaster SchedulingERP/MRP SystemsData AnalysisAPICS Credentials

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Hard Skills

Production SchedulingInventory ControlCapacity PlanningMaterial Requirements PlanningData Integrity Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelCapacity Scheduling Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPIMCSCPLean Six Sigma

Industry Keywords

Industrial ManufacturingSales And Operations PlanningBottleneck Resolution

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, issue, and manage short- and long-term production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets
Conduct rough-cut capacity planning (RCCP) to ensure machine, labor, and facility resources can execute the build plan
Partner with purchasing/procurement, engineering, and shop-floor supervisors to resolve bottlenecks
Maintain data integrity within enterprise systems
Run Material Requirements Planning (MRP) analysis and track order starts
Monitor schedule attainment, on-time delivery, cycle times, and excess and obsolete inventory levels
Provide data analysis and scenario planning for Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings
Create, maintain, and optimize the Master Production Schedule to balance customer demand, material availability, and shop-floor capacity
Serve as the central bridge between sales, procurement, engineering, and plant operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related business field (or equivalent practical experience)
Minimum 3–7+ years of experience in production planning, master scheduling, or inventory control within an industrial manufacturing environment
Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and modeling
Experience with capacity scheduling tools
APICS credentials such as CPIM or CSCP, or Lean Six Sigma exposure preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in the applicable bonus plan
Total Rewards compensation package