Master Production Scheduler

Master Production Scheduler

Production Planner

Hours, days (non-shift) – Monday – Friday with Early Finish Friday

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Master Production Scheduler to step into a highly visible role where you can make a real impact on operational performance, systems improvement and overall business success.

We’re looking for a proactive Master Production Scheduler to take ownership of planning, scheduling and materials control within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is a pivotal role where you’ll balance customer demand with operational capacity—ensuring materials are in place, machines are utilised effectively, and deliveries hit target every time. You’ll also act as the go-to expert for the Manufacturing Execution System, driving system improvements, data accuracy and wider adoption across the business.

Key accountabilities as Master Production Scheduler / Production Planner:

• Own and manage production scheduling to achieve on-time delivery
• Plan and control materials and inventory to support efficient production flow
• Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring supplier performance meets deadlines
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors, proactively resolving issues
• Optimise machine utilisation and throughput across production
• Generate weekly/monthly reports on labour, materials and revenue forecasts
• Take a lead on Manufacturing Execution System (MES) optimisation, improving data integrity and system usage across planning, maintenance and quality
• Analyse performance data to drive continuous improvement

To succeed in this interesting scheduling/planning role, you will ideally have:

• Experience in production planning, materials planning or supply chain coordination
• Any experience within a low volume, high variety or bespoke manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of MRP / ERP
• Any MES (Manufacturing Execution System) systems experience alongside ERP / MRP experience ideal but not essential.
• Confident working with data, reporting and analysis
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communicator—comfortable working with suppliers and production teams
• Ability to work under pressure and drive results

Please apply via the link or contact Alison Kemp for further details:

Likely to suit individuals with a background as (but not limited to) Master Production Scheduler, Production Planner, Material Scheduler, Production Planning Lead or similar.