About this role
POSITION PURPOSE
• Develop, maintain, and execute the Master Production Schedule (MPS) by aligning customer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability, and service objectives to ensure on-time delivery and support business growth.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITES
• Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on demand requirements, manufacturing capacity, and material availability.
• Translate sales forecasts, customer orders, and business requirements into executable production plans.
• Evaluate and balance manufacturing capacity, labor resources, equipment availability, and operational constraints to support production goals.
• Monitor production plan execution and coordinate corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Identify risks related to material availability, supplier performance, capacity constraints, or changes in demand and develop mitigation plans.
• Ensure the proper setup, maintenance, and utilization of ERP/MRP systems to support production planning processes.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Material Planning teams to ensure availability of critical components required to meet production schedules.
• Lead planning processes and cross-functional meetings, including Master Production Scheduling (MPS), Clear to Build, Production Readiness, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
• Analyze the impact of changes in demand, customer priorities, or supply constraints on production schedules and operational performance.
• Maintain an effective balance between service levels, operational capacity, and inventory objectives.
• Provide visibility of risks, capacity limitations, and improvement opportunities to leadership teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on schedule stability, shortage reduction, and inventory optimization.
NATURE AND SCOPE
• Serves as the primary link between Planning, Production, Purchasing, Engineering, Logistics, and Sales functions.
• Supports the execution of production plans in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Influences operational performance through effective production scheduling and capacity planning.
• Ensures alignment between customer demand, manufacturing capabilities, and material availability.
• Supports business objectives by improving schedule adherence, service levels, and inventory management.
• Provides planning analysis and operational visibility to support decision-making and business growth.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience in Master Production Scheduling, Production Planning, or a similar manufacturing planning role.
• Experience scheduling production for assembly operations and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of production planning principles, capacity planning, inventory management, and supply chain operations.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems, preferably SAP.
• Knowledge of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Master Production Scheduling (MPS), and production readiness processes.
• Ability to analyze demand fluctuations, production constraints, and supply risks to develop effective planning strategies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence operational decisions.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.
LOCATION:
• This role is 100% onsite M-F, at our Ciénega de Flores facility.
SCHEDULE:
• Monday-Friday.
• Standard business hours.
• Flexibility to support planning, scheduling, and operational requirements as business needs require.