Master Scheduler

Created Date: 05/06/2026Revised Date: 05/13/2026Anticipated Closing Date: Open Until FilledMaster SchedulerLocation: Santa Ana, CACompensation: $86,000 – $125,000 annually + competitive benefits packageEmployment Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status: ExemptSchedule: Monday – Friday (standard business hours; flexibility required to support production and scheduling needs)Seeking a Master Scheduler for a leading aerospace manufacturer specializing in highly engineered, flight-critical components and systems for defense and commercial aviation markets.About the Role:The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing the master production schedule within an ERP-driven aerospace manufacturing environment. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, production capacity, and material availability while driving on-time delivery performance, inventory optimization, and efficient shop floor execution.Essential Duties:Monitor MRP signals including material requirements, job releases, and exception/overdue reportsDevelop and maintain master production schedules based on customer demand and capacity constraintsOwn and manage finite capacity scheduling across production work centers to balance demand and throughput constraintsReview MPS/MRP data and customer portals to manage forecasts and maintain Min/Max inventory levelsCreate, release, and maintain material requisitions and production work ordersTrack material and outside vendor (OSV) processing requirements and ensure timely executionCoordinate with production, engineering, purchasing, sales, and shipping/receiving teams to ensure workflow efficiencyAdjust schedules based on customer demand changes (expedites, push-outs, pull-ins)Maintain ERP data integrity, including inventory accuracy and cycle count supportAnalyze work center capacity and load to optimize production schedulingEnsure ship-to-commit integrity and provide weekly/monthly delivery commitmentsMonitor and reduce WIP and finished goods inventory levelsExecute inventory transactions from material issuance through shipmentQualifications:Minimum 10+ years of production planning or master scheduling experience in aerospace or similar manufacturing environmentStrong Experience With ERP/MRP Systems (Epicor Preferred)Experience in capacity-constrained manufacturing environments requiredStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office SuiteAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAPICS certification (CPIM or CFPIM) preferredPreferred:Experience in machine shop, aerospace, automotive, or heavy equipment manufacturingHigh-mix, high-variability production planning experienceStrong background in Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environmentsExperience with cross-functional production coordination in complex environmentsExperience in AS9100 or regulated aerospace manufacturing environmentsExperience with precision machining and engineered components production planningBenefits:Competitive salary and performance-based compensationMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planPaid time off and holidaysCareer development and growth opportunitiesDisclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position . 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