Master Scheduler – OEM Logistics & Shipping

General Summary:The Master Scheduler – OEM Logistics & Shipping is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing OEM production shipping schedules to ensure consistent on-time delivery and alignment with customer requirements. This role owns delivery performance, finished goods inventory control, and customer communication requirements (truck scheduling, ASNs, etc.), while serving as the primary point of contact for OEM customers regarding delivery status, schedule changes, etc. The position ensures proactive communication, effective inventory management, and cross-functional coordination to maintain schedule integrity and customer satisfaction. Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Production Planning, Schedule Management & On-Time Deliveryo    Develop and manage the Master Shipping Schedule with visibility for next 7 shipping dayso    Plan, coordinate, and schedule customer trucks to pick up shipments at outside supplier locationso    Closely monitor finished good inventory at each supplier and ensure 2 weeks of inventoryo    Own on-time delivery (OTD) performance and customer scorecard managemento    Adjust schedules to respond to disruptions and demand changeso    Identify risks and implement recovery plans Supplier & Customer Communication & Delivery Coordinationo    Act as primary contact for both suppliers & customers regarding shipping scheduleso    Communicate /Escalate delays, risks, and recovery planso    Maintain strong Supplier & customer relationships Inventory Management & Controlo    Manage inventory levels to support on-time delivery requirementso    Monitor finished goods inventory and on-time shipping performanceo    Oversee consigned inventory accuracyo    Implement Kanban and inventory control systemso    Lead inventory reconciliation efforts Capacity & Constraint Managemento    Monitor capacity across supply chain and identify risks if any that are presento    Balance workloads and resolve constraintso    Support long-term capacity planning Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvemento    Track OTD, schedule adherence, and inventory metricso    Lead root cause analysis for delivery issueso    Drive continuous improvement initiatives Systems & Cross-Functional Coordinationo    Maintain ERP/MRP scheduling parameterso    Collaborate with purchasing, production, and logisticso    Align schedules with customer demand Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements:•    Strong knowledge of machining and manufacturing operations•    Ownership of on-time delivery performance•    Experience with scheduling and inventory management•    Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems•    Strong communication with customers and internal teams•    Analytical and problem-solving skills•    Advanced Excel skills•    Ability to manage multiple priorities•    Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Working Conditions:•    Master Scheduler – OEM Logistics & Shipping will reside in the office, however, could be in the plant from time to time. Must be able to adhere to conditions of the plant. Education and Experience Requirements:•    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience•    3–7 years scheduling experience in OEM or machining environment•    ERP/MRP system experience required Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.