Company Overview: We are a leading contract manufacturer in Southern California, specializing in the formulation and production of personal care, cosmetics, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, and pet care products. Our commitment to quality and innovation has established us as a trusted partner in the consumer packaged goods industry. Summary: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Master Scheduler to oversee and manage our production scheduling process. This key role will ensure the timely delivery of customer orders by creating, maintaining, and optimizing the production schedule. The Master Scheduler will coordinate with various departments, including procurement, production, quality, and logistics, to balance production capacity with demand, manage raw material and inventory levels, and monitor lead times. Key Responsibilities: + Production Planning and Scheduling: + Create and maintain a master production schedule that aligns customer demand with production capacity. + Coordinate with procurement and manufacturing teams for timely material availability and efficient resource utilization. + Capacity Planning: + Evaluate and adjust production schedules to optimize equipment, labor, and materials. + Identify and address potential bottlenecks or capacity constraints. + Inventory Management: + Monitor inventory levels to prevent overstock or shortages of raw materials and finished goods. + Work closely with the procurement team to ensure material deliveries align with production needs. + ERP System Maintenance and Data Integrity: + Maintain accurate production and master data in the ERP system to support effective scheduling. + Ensure data integrity through regular updates and troubleshooting discrepancies. + Financial Revenue Forecasting: + Assist in developing annual budget forecasts and monthly revenue forecasts by aligning production schedules with sales projections. + Reporting and Analysis: + Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production and scheduling efficiency. + Utilize data analysis to forecast production needs and adjust for demand fluctuations. + Collaboration and Communication: + Act as the central point of contact between production, procurement, logistics, and quality teams. + Communicate schedule changes or production issues to relevant stakeholders promptly. + Continuous Improvement: + Analyze scheduling performance to identify and implement process improvements. + Apply lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. + Risk Management: + Identify potential risks to the production schedule and develop contingency plans. + Adjust schedules as needed to mitigate identified risks. + Compliance and Quality Control: + Ensure production schedules comply with industry regulations and quality standards. + Collaborate with quality assurance to integrate necessary checks without impacting timelines. Qualifications: + Experience: Minimum of 5 years in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical, cosmetics, or personal care preferred). + Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred. Desired certifications include APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or CPSM. + Knowledge: Strong understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, and inventory management in manufacturing, with familiarity in FDA-regulated, cGMP environments. + Skills: + Proficiency in ERP systems and scheduling software. + Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. + Excellent communication and collaboration skills. + Ability to manage multiple production schedules and projects effectively. + Basic knowledge of financial forecasting and budgeting related to production. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.