Master Scheduler

Plaskolite•Columbus, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing integrated production schedules for Plaskolite’s extrusion-based thermoplastic sheet manufacturing operations across multiple U.S. facilities and distribution centers. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, extrusion capacity, resin availability, inventory targets, and service level commitments. The Master Scheduler serves as a key link between Sales, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Distribution, translating demand requirements into executable production and inventory plans. The position supports operational continuity, customer service excellence, and cost-effective asset utilization while reinforcing Plaskolite’s culture of integrity, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. This role requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing environment while managing competing priorities and constraints inherent to continuous extrusion processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required.
5+ years of experience in production planning or master scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting multi-plant manufacturing and distribution networks required.
Strong working knowledge of MPS, MRP, capacity planning, and inventory management principles.
Understanding of extrusion-based manufacturing constraints, including line speeds, changeovers, tooling, and resin flow.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., JD Edwards preferred) and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Ability to analyze complex data, assess tradeoffs, and make sound planning recommendations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functionally.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Willingness to learn and understand Plaskolite’s product portfolio, raw materials, and extrusion processes.

Nice To Haves

Experience in extrusion, plastics, or continuous manufacturing environments is strongly preferred.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., JD Edwards preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for extrusion-based thermoplastic sheet products across multiple manufacturing locations.
Translate demand forecasts, customer orders, and sales plans into feasible production schedules considering extrusion line capabilities, changeovers, tooling, and labor constraints.
Coordinate closely with plant schedulers and operations leadership to align detailed schedules with the master plan and ensure execution readiness.
Balance production loading across facilities to optimize line utilization, minimize changeover downtime, and manage capacity constraints.
Analyze resin availability, material lead times, and inventory positions to ensure uninterrupted extrusion operations.
Align production schedules with finished goods inventory targets across multiple distribution centers to support customer service and fulfillment objectives.
Identify and communicate supply risks, capacity constraints, or demand volatility; develop mitigation and contingency plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Actively participate in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by providing supply plans, capacity analysis, and scenario modeling.
Support new product introductions, customer-specific programs, and promotions by ensuring production readiness and inventory alignment.
Maintain accurate planning parameters, lead times, and master data within the ERP/MRP system to support planning accuracy and visibility.
Monitor and report key planning KPIs including schedule attainment, service levels, and inventory turns.
Collaborate with Logistics and Distribution teams to support replenishment planning and interplant inventory movements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to planning processes, scheduling accuracy, system optimization, and cross-functional alignment.
Promote and uphold Plaskolite’s culture by demonstrating teamwork, accountability, integrity, and commitment to operational excellence.