Job Description

nVenia , a member of the Duravant family of operating companies, is a manufacturer and supplier of integrated solutions and packaging equipment machinery. With over 300 years of combined experience, our long-standing brands of Arpac, Fischbein, Hamer and Ohlson serve end customers in the consumer-packaged goods, food and beverage, industrial, and other markets.

The Machine Shop Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure on-time delivery (OTD) of high-quality machined parts. This role requires deep integration with the Machine Shop Manager, Planning team, and CNC Programmers to align production schedules with customer demands, machine capacity, and operational efficiency. The Master Scheduler will drive operational excellence by balancing workloads, optimizing machine utilization, and proactively resolving scheduling conflicts to meet production goals.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production Scheduling: Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for all machine shop operations, ensuring optimal utilization of CNC machines, manual machines, and other equipment while meeting OTD targets.
• On-Time Delivery (OTD): Monitor and report OTD metrics, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks or delays to ensure customer commitments are met.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Machine Shop Manager, Planning team, and CNC Programmers to align schedules with production priorities, material availability, and programming requirements.
• Capacity Planning: Analyze machine and labor capacity to balance workloads, prioritize jobs, and accommodate rush orders or unexpected changes in demand.
• Schedule Optimization: Continuously improve scheduling processes to maximize throughput, minimize downtime, and reduce lead times.
• Conflict Resolution: Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, such as machine availability, tooling constraints, or personnel shortages, in coordination with relevant teams.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate scheduling data in ERP/MRP systems, ensuring real-time updates and alignment with production plans.
• Communication: Provide clear and timely communication to stakeholders regarding schedule changes, production status, and potential risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives and process improvements to enhance scheduling efficiency and shop floor productivity.
• Reporting: Generate and analyze reports on production performance, OTD metrics, and schedule adherence to support data-driven decision-making.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience in manufacturing scheduling considered.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in production scheduling, preferably in a machine shop or manufacturing environment with CNC operations.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor, Oracle, or similar) and scheduling software. Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and production workflows.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills to optimize schedules and resolve conflicts efficiently.

nVenia is committed to a culture that promotes long term career satisfaction and provides an opportunity for personal and professional growth. We succeed by operating within our core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Sense of Urgency and Winning Spirit. At nVenia, we offer an excellent total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security
• Work/life programs designed to provide a safe, secure, and balanced environment
• Education and training programs to develop and grow a high-performance workforce
• Performance-based rewards

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