Master Scheduler

Safari Land•Jacksonville, FL

28d

About The Position

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing the master production plan to ensure on time delivery, optimal inventory levels, and efficient use of resources. The Master Scheduler will work cross functionally with production, supply chain, engineering, and management to keep operations aligned with customer demand and organizational goals.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain operations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, forecast needs, and solve problems.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage conflict, maintain confidentiality, and work collaboratively.
Strong communication skills—able to present information clearly, participate effectively in meetings, and understand written documentation.
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook
Able to manage difficult situations, respond well to change, meet commitments, focus on resolving conflict, maintain confidentiality and listen to others.
Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, respond well to questions, participate in meetings, write clearly and informatively, read and comprehend written information.
Demonstrate competency in planning, organization, prioritizing and planning activities; use time efficiently, approach others in a tactful manner & easily adaptable to changes in the work environment.
Effective Problem solving skills and root cause analysis to resolve obstacles
Ability to be self manage and follow standard work timely.

Nice To Haves

Dynamics AX or D365 experience desired
APICS certification desired (e.g., CPIM)
Bilingual- Spanish and English speaking are a plus
Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.

Responsibilities

Create, maintain, and monitor the master production schedule in alignment with customer requirements, material and capacity constraints in multiple facilities.
Review, firm, and release planned production orders to support manufacturing priorities.
Monitor inventory levels, WIP and finished goods; adjust schedules to prevent shortages or overproduction.
Coordinate material logistics to support multi‑facility or international operations when applicable.
Evaluate customer requests against supplier and internal capabilities to provide accurate and reliable lead times.
Partner with manufacturing, customer service, procurement and planning teams on order status, schedule changes, material or resource availability.
Troubleshoot obstacles preventing the fulfillment of customer orders and drive corrective actions.
Adjust schedules as needed due to equipment downtime, material shortages, or shifting priorities.
Develop contingency plans to resolve schedule disruptions and maintain on‑time delivery.
Identify opportunities to improve scheduling accuracy, procurement efficiency, and overall planning processes.
Support daily management reporting and overall plant performance initiatives.
Maintain all reports as needed for business continuity and communication.
All other duties as assigned.