Master Planner

Master Planner📍 [Sturbridge MA | 💼 Direct Hire | 💰 $80K–$90KThe OpportunityWe are seeking a strategic and detail‑oriented Master Planner to serve as the heartbeat of our production operations. In this high‑impact role, you’ll balance customer demand, production capacity, materials, and labor to build executable schedules that drive on‑time delivery and operational stability.You’ll act as the single source of truth for production scheduling, partnering across the organization to ensure alignment between planning and shop‑floor execution.What You’ll DoOwn and manage the master production schedule, including sequencing, capacity planning, and schedule optimizationTranslate demand forecasts into daily, weekly, and monthly production plansUtilize ERP/MRP systems to manage work orders, schedule changes, and improve planning accuracyIdentify and manage constraints, bottlenecks, and material shortagesPartner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, and SalesTrack and improve key metrics including:On‑time deliverySchedule attainmentLead timesWIP and capacity utilizationDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling efficiency and throughputEnsure compliance with ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 standardsWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field3–5+ years of experience in master scheduling or production planning within manufacturingStrong experience with ERP/MRP systemsAdvanced Excel skills and data analysis capabilityAbility to turn complex data into actionable plansStrong collaboration and communication skillsWhy This RoleDirect‑hire opportunity with a stable manufacturing organizationHigh‑visibility role with real impact on operationsCollaborative, cross‑functional environmentStrong growth potential within planning and operationsCompensation & Benefits💰 $80K–$90K base salary💼 401(k) with company match🩺 Medical, dental, and vision insurance🌴 Generous PTO, sick time, and holidays📈 Employee support programs and development opportunities