Master Scheduler
Westminster, South Carolina•Full-time
About the Job
US Engine Value is currently seeking a Master Scheduler. The Master Scheduler is responsible for coordinating production scheduling and materials planning to meet customer demand while maximizing operational efficiency and achieving inventory targets. This role ensures alignment across manufacturing, supply chain, and customer requirements in a dynamic production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and manage production control systems, including forecasts, inventory levels, and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Analyze and adjust to volatile customer demand, ensuring accurate forecasting and rapid response to changes.
- Develop and manage daily production and changeover schedules to meet customer requirements and optimize plant performance.
- Monitor and control inventory levels (raw materials, WIP, finished goods) to support aggressive DOH (Days on Hand) targets.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment on production plans.
- Utilize ERP systems to manage and optimize the flow of materials across raw, WIP, and finished goods stages.
- Support SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) processes, including capacity planning and requirements tracking.
- Promote and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
- Serve as a key liaison between internal teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure effective communication and execution.
- Coordinate and plan production-related projects, including 5S initiatives and scheduled equipment downtime.
- Lead, coach, and train supervisors and team members in production control, scheduling, and inventory management best practices.
- Monitor supplier performance and support Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) and Materials Management activities.
- Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS).
Key Performance Metrics/Scope:
- Manage the flow of approximately $10 million in raw materials annually.
- Oversee scheduling for 17 production lines supporting $98 million in annual sales.
- Maintain target inventory levels of approximately $1.5 million (DOH).
- Direct impact on plant productivity, schedule attainment, and customer service levels.
Core Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Expertise in ERP/MRP systems.
- Excellent cross-functional communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to manage high-pressure, fast-changing production environments.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
About US Engine Valve
US Engine Valve supplies the global automotive industry with high engineered valves that help to increase fuel economy as well as improve a vehicle’s overall efficiency and performance.
In addition to serving global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), US Engine Valve is also a leading manufacturer of products available in the automotive aftermarket through a network of qualified distributors and retailers.
Vision
The Company’s vision is to be a world-class, full-service supplier of intake and exhaust valves in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and innovation. Our ability to achieve these business goals depends on our adherence to USEV’s core values.
Values
- Make our customers the focus of everything we do
- Recognize our people as our greatest asset
- Treat each other with respect
- Be fair, honest, and open
- Be considerate of the environment and our communities
- Keep our commitments
- Strive for excellence
Company Benefits
- Direct Hire (not temporary, contract or seasonal)
- Weekly Pay
- Referral Opportunities
- Flex Spending and Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401k with Company Matching
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision. Short-term, Long-term, and Life Insurance.
- Opportunities for Promotion: We promote from within!