Master Scheduler

Job Description

Master Scheduler

Req ID: 47920

Job Location (s): Freeport, IL, USA

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

The Impact You'll Make

Now is a great time to join our Danfoss Power Solutions Team in Freeport! We are seeking an experienced Master Scheduler who will create and maintain a valid master schedule aligned with the SIOP (Sales, Inventory and Operations Plan) which directs MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) to create purchase requisitions and detailed production schedules for execution on the shop floor that are level loaded to optimize capacity, inventory and customer satisfaction. The Master Scheduler will coordinate and communicate with Customer Service Representatives and Sister Sites to address orders that cannot be fulfilled as expected. The salary range for this position is 60-80K based on experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• ERP monitor champion to accomplish plant goals: OTD, Past Due, Inventory, Item Master, etc. Site lead for Demand Control weekly reviews who communicates order priorities and quantities to the plant.
• Provide level loaded plan based on the sales goal in SIOP. Ensure that the master schedule reflects all known and anticipated constraints (capacity availability and material availability). Work closely with the demand planning team to continuously improve forecast accuracy.
• Monitor sales order confirmed dates vs. requested dates to highlight gaps in customers’ expectations. Determine and follow-up on dispatch shortages. Coordinate order-processing activity with other functional areas to ensure timely processing of all transactions related to a customer order.
• Provide input to the Operations team for headcount, shifts, and capital proposals needed to achieve the sales plan – short term and long term.
• Address orders not promised at expected lead time.
• Perform audits of the item master, lead time segmentation and key parameters related to the plant blueprint.
• Promote quality and continuous improvement.
• Support to New Products Introduction (NPI). Review and understand impacts of Engineering Changes (EC) on item master parameters, inventory, and customer orders.
  
  

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.

• Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain, Operations, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree..
• APICS or ASCM certification preferred.
• SAP or similar business system experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain.
• Experience in a complex, industrial manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must have strong attention to detail. Must have persuasive communication skills and perform well in a demanding environment.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English.
• MS Office /Excel experience preferred.
  
  

What You'll Get From Us

• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off annually for newly hired employees
• 13 paid holidays, including floating holidays annually
• Annual Bonus Program
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match and safe harbor contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance eligibility upon date of hire
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance & AD&D, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance (with enhanced buy up option)
• Optional Life Insurance & AD&D (including Spouse/Child Optional) coverage
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending and a Health Savings Account (including company contribution) if enrolled in applicable Danfoss Medical Plan
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Reimbursement for industry/organization membership dues, home office expenses, etc., based on established eligibility criteria
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Job Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary benefits such as: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity and Fraud Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Additional benefits such as virtual physical therapy sessions, fitness membership programs, and day care provider network assistance
  
  

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.