Master Scheduler

Hydra-Flex was founded in 2002 as 2 men, a beer fridge, and a machine shop - driven by the simple belief that we could "find a better way" to manufacture innovative and reliable fluid handling products. With an all-out war on waste, our mission is to develop products that solve problems, save precious resources, reduce operating costs, and provide exceptional and measurable results for our customers. Hydra-Flex is based in Savage, MN, and is listed on the MSPBJ Fast 50, a Top Inventor, an Employer of Excellence, a Star and Tribune Top Workplace and winner of multiple MN Manufacturing Awards. Employees enjoy a work hard, play hard culture that celebrates individual and company achievements, and we want you to celebrate with us!

Role: The Master Scheduler is responsible for the planning and execution of company forecast, production schedule, materials plan and materials control activities required to meet customer needs at the Hydra-Flex location in Savage, Minnesota.  This role reports to the Director of Operations.

• Manages demand forecasting, capacity planning, and the part maintenance of the ERP system
• Analyzes inventory variances, identifies trends, root causes and provides effective variance reporting and corrective action.
• Interfaces and coordinates between manufacturing, procurement, engineering, finance, and suppliers regarding component and schedule requirements and changes.

• Identified as operations customer service liaison.

• Collaborates with these departments to establish schedules and plans that allocate available resources to best serve customer needs.

• Identifies and communicates current and potential problems and opportunities so the management team can make appropriate decisions. Proactively leads change for improving efficiencies and effectiveness.

• Participates in periodic forecasting meetings with sales, marketing, and other related departments; leads additional planning meetings with sales, production, shipping, purchasing, and customer service staff.
• Develop scheduling methodology that delivers a stable schedule, while still delivering agility when/where needed to support customer requirements. 
• Performs other related duties, as required.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of the business and supply chain.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Extremely proficient with production planning systems.

Competencies:

• Organizing, Planning & Decision Making: Analyzes problems, identifies issues, establishes priorities and accomplishes outcomes in a sequential fashion; anticipates needs and develops alternative courses of action in recognition of changing conditions.  
• Knowledge & Skill: Acquires training or skills to apply up-to-date knowledge to achieve results; demonstrates innovativeness in applying leading edge technology and/or new procedures and approaches.  
• Job Commitment: Willingly accepts responsibility and performs expected and unexpected tasks as needed. Demonstrates initiative and tenacity; exerts extra effort when necessary to get the job done. Performs effectively under stressful conditions.  
• Results Oriented: Able to focus on the desired outcome of assigned tasks and completing tasks on schedule. Sets challenging goals, focuses effort on goals, and meets or exceeds goals. 
• Leadership: Keeps the company vision, mission and values at the forefront of actions and decision making and encourages others to do the same. Is able to organize and influence a group of people to achieve a common goal.

Formal Education and Experience: 

• Bachelors degree in a related field required.
• At least five years of related experience required.
• Professional certification by the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) preferred.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Candidates will be required to complete a background check and drug screen before beginning work.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
M/F/D/V
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE