Master Production Scheduler (MPS) 1

WireCo WorldGroup • Leawood, KS

4h

About The Position

The Master Production Scheduler 1 (MPS 1) works with Commercial, Planning, Procurement, Production, and Fulfillment teams to execute a master production plan that satisfies customer demand for an assigned end-market, region, or site. The role determines optimal finished-goods stocking levels and the raw-material and work-in-process levels needed to support the finished-goods plan and serve customers effectively. Collaboration with Production Scheduling and Value Stream Managers is critical.

The MPS 1 is expected to exhibit and proactively motivate others in the behaviors of the WireCo Business System: Teamwork, Accountable, Self-Aware, Noble Intent, Determined, Transparent, and Curious. The role also leads and develops the Fulfillment team assigned to its business segment and improves standard planning and fulfillment work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing scheduling, planning, or managing manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrable problem-solving capability and quantitative and analytical skills.
• Self-starter with a strong desire to learn, ability to multitask, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage complex, large datasets and interpret operating results for management reporting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and deliver results with a positive attitude toward work and challenges.
• Comfort using Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, SUMIF, and Pivot Tables, and PowerPoint.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must successfully complete a post-offer background check; a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment.
• Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical, if required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Mathematics, Business Management, or Finance.
• Experience using and developing AI tools for materials planning and maintaining schedules.
• Heavy industrial manufacturing background.
• Experience using APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) tools.
• APICS certification in CPIM and/or CSCP.

Responsibilities

• Work with commercial team members for the assigned end-market, region, or site to review and update revenue forecasts, suggesting data-driven modifications.
• Monitor actual plant output against the established Master Plan, identify gaps, avoid excessive inventory build, and maintain business alignment.
• Coordinate weekly with Plant Schedulers to ensure execution of the established plan.
• Develop and maintain rough-cut capacity planning tools for the assigned end-market, region, or site.
• Monitor and maintain finished-goods inventory levels against established targets to support high service levels and reduce stockouts.
• Develop and maintain raw-material and work-in-process inventory supermarkets against established targets to support high On Time Production.
• Lead and develop the assigned Fulfillment team to meet service-level and OTD goals and support customer satisfaction.
• Drive and improve daily, weekly, and monthly standard work for planning and fulfillment functions in the assigned business segment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including wages and a bonus program.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
• 100% company-paid life insurance.
• 100% company-paid disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED