Master Scheduler

Ushers / Aalberts surface technologies-machining solutions•Greenville, SC

About The Position

MASTER SCHEDULER If chaos has a schedule, you built it. Greenville, SC - Pelham Road Industrial Manufacturing | Gas Turbine Experience a Plus We’re looking for a Master Scheduler who doesn’t just build schedules — you own them. If you thrive in complex manufacturing environments, speak ERP fluently (PLEX, specifically, a HUGE PLUS!), and know how to balance customer demand, capacity, and reality… this role was written for you. What You’ll Be Doing Own and maintain the master production schedule across value streams Translate customer demand into executable, achievable production plans Balance capacity, materials, and priorities — then rebalance when things change (because they will) Lead and guide schedulers to ensure consistency and best practices Run what-if simulations to assess risks before they become problems Partner with Materials, Operations, and Leadership to protect on-time delivery Identify bottlenecks early and drive corrective action Continuously improve scheduling processes, ERP usage, and communication Let's be real - you're the adult in the room when the schedule starts arguing with reality. ? What Makes You a Fit 8-10+ years in production scheduling, operations, or supply chain in manufacturing Experience in industrial gas turbines, aerospace, or high-complexity discrete manufacturing (strongly preferred) Advanced ERP/MRP expertise — you don’t just use it, you fix it Comfortable interfacing with leadership and explaining why the schedule is what it is Able to read and understand drawings, routers, and process specs APICS / ASCM CPIM or CSCP a plus Why This Role Is Different High visibility and real influence on business outcomes Strategic role — not just “move dates in the system” Direct partnership with Materials, Operations, and Executive Leadership Opportunity to shape long-term capacity and workforce planning Complex work, smart people, zero tolerance for “schedule theater” Who Thrives Here You like: Solving messy, real-world problems Making data-driven decisions under pressure Manufacturing environments where precision actually matters Being trusted to think — not just execute If that’s you, let’s talk. Ushers Machine and Tool Co., Inc. /Aalberts surface technologies - machining solutions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

8-10+ years in production scheduling, operations, or supply chain in manufacturing
Advanced ERP/MRP expertise — you don’t just use it, you fix it
Comfortable interfacing with leadership and explaining why the schedule is what it is
Able to read and understand drawings, routers, and process specs
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of progressive experience in production scheduling, operations coordination, or supply chain management in a manufacturing environment (industrial gas turbine, aerospace, or other high-complexity discrete manufacturing strongly preferred).
Advanced ERP/MRP expertise; proven ability to configure, troubleshoot, and optimize scheduling tools.
Must have the speaking ability and sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics to enable and adequately perform the job
Must be able to sit/stand continuously daily
Must be able to twist, turn, bend, and reach freely
Must have sufficient dexterity in both hands and arms to perform the routine operation of equipment

Nice To Haves

Experience in industrial gas turbines, aerospace, or high-complexity discrete manufacturing (strongly preferred)
PLEX, specifically, a HUGE PLUS!
APICS / ASCM CPIM or CSCP a plus
APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP preferred; CFPIM fellowship a plus.

Responsibilities

Own and maintain the master production schedule across value streams
Translate customer demand into executable, achievable production plans
Balance capacity, materials, and priorities — then rebalance when things change (because they will)
Lead and guide schedulers to ensure consistency and best practices
Run what-if simulations to assess risks before they become problems
Partner with Materials, Operations, and Leadership to protect on-time delivery
Identify bottlenecks early and drive corrective action
Continuously improve scheduling processes, ERP usage, and communication
Provides guidance, oversight, and subject matter expertise to scheduling team members to ensure consistent practices across value streams.
Leads the development and maintenance of integrated master schedules that align customer demand with production capacity and material availability.
Ensures production schedules are achievable, optimized, and support organizational goals for on-time delivery, efficiency, and cost control.
Maintains strong knowledge of customer requirements, contractual obligations, and regulatory standards to ensure schedule integrity and compliance.
Own the master production schedule, ensuring accuracy, feasibility, and alignment with confirmed customer orders, delivery commitments, and available capacity.
Lead the scheduling process across departments; act as the primary interface between production, materials, and operations to coordinate workload and priorities.
Monitor production capacity across value streams and adjust schedules as needed to resolve conflicts, bottlenecks, or material shortages.
Provide oversight and guidance to production schedulers to ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to scheduling standards.
Conduct schedule simulations and “what-if” analyses to assess the impact of changes in demand, capacity, or resources.
Proactively identify schedule risks or conflicts and work cross-functionally to implement corrective actions.
Partner with materials and inventory teams to ensure required components are available to meet scheduled builds without delays.
Drive continuous improvement in scheduling processes, ERP utilization, and communication of production status.
Mentor, coach, and assist in the development of team members, serving as a subject matter expert in production scheduling.
Act as a liaison with executive leadership to communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations.
Provide input into long-range capacity, capital, and workforce planning.
Contribute to business case development for new programs, process changes, or major customer opportunities.
Represent the planning function in audits, customer visits, and strategic reviews.
Promotion and execution of company mission, directives, and initiatives to successfully achieve goals
Perform all work within the scope of abilities while acting in line with all quality and safety policies and practices
Oversees and assumes other duties and activities as able and assigned