Master Scheduler

Sligo
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Master SchedulerTeam Horizon is seeking a Master Scheduler for a client in Sligo who play a vital role responsible for ensuring that production schedules are created, maintained, and adhered to, ensuring the efficient and timely production of high-quality vaccines. This position requires exceptional organisational and planning skills, the ability to allocate resources, handle complexity and collaborate effectively with multiple departments.Why you should apply:

Opportunity to be part a diverse team and an established company which offer career progression opportunities.
They put their people first and live their diversity and inclusion values embracing all perspectives
Competitive salary & benefits package.

What you will be doing:

Production Scheduling

Develop and manage detailed production schedules that align with manufacturing goals and customer demands.
Ensure that schedules are accurate, realistic, and align with agreed inter departmental timelines.
Ensure efficient resource utilisation and minimise production downtime and work in ERP system (JD Edwards) to open production Work Orders.
Work closely with Engineering to provide maintenance windows whilst maximising productivity.

Resource Planning:

Coordinate with various departments to ensure that all necessary resources (materials, equipment, personnel) are available to meet production targets
Identify potential bottlenecks and proactively address them.

Inventory Management:

Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production schedules.
This includes tracking raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods.

Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP):

Lead local on-site S&OP process.
Participate in and represent site at regional S&OP

Continuous Improvement:

Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes and enhance overall efficiency.
Implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline operations.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with Operations, Quality Assurance, Qualified Persons, Engineering, Procurement, and other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Serve as a central point of contact for scheduling-related inquiries and updates.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate scheduling updates clearly.
Other duties as assigned.

What you need to apply:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, business administration, or a related field is required. Extensive relevant experience may negate degree requirements.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in production scheduling and planning within a GMP-regulated environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
Proficiency in MS Excel is essential.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
The ability to analyse complex data and make informed decisions to optimise production schedules.
A high degree of attention to detail is required to ensure accurate scheduling
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to effectively convey information to various stakeholders and collaborate across departments.

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