Master Scheduler, Kit Production (Central Lab)

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The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and managing the weekly and long-range production schedules for the Kit Production team. This role ensures the efficient use of resources, alignment of production plans with material availability, and adherence to customer and internal deadlines. The Master Scheduler acts as the key liaison between Production, Supply Chain, and Planning teams to balance capacity, resolve constraints, and optimize workflow across all manufacturing work centers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, publish, and maintain the master production schedule for all Kit Production work centers, ensuring alignment with demand requirements and capacity constraints.

• Level-load production schedules to optimize resource utilization, minimize downtime, and meet service level expectations.

• Perform final material readiness assessments prior to work order release; initiate transfer requests for raw materials and ensure all batch record documentation is accurate and available.

• Release and track work orders through manufacturing, maintaining visibility to work-in-process inventory, and identifying issues that may impact schedule adherence.

• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, and materials teams to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, capacity limitations, and supply shortages.

• Monitor daily and weekly progress against plan, adjusting schedules as needed to accommodate changing priorities, equipment availability, or material constraints.

• Coordinate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Procurement, and Warehouse teams to ensure on-time availability of required materials and components.

• Communicate schedule updates, risks, and recovery plans to stakeholders, providing clear visibility into production status.

• Support continuous improvement by analyzing schedule performance metrics and contributing to process enhancements in planning, scheduling, and capacity management.

• Participate in or lead problem-solving and root-cause analysis related to missed commitments, material delays, or production inefficiencies.

• Provide recommendations for improving scheduling tools, systems, and methodologies to achieve best-in-class planning performance.

• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned to support production and supply chain operations.

Key Requirements:

E du c a tion a n d E xp e ri e nc e :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years).

In s o m e c as e s, an e q u ival e n cy , c o n si s t in g of a c o m b i n at i o n of a p propr i a t e e d u c at i o n , tra in i n g a n d/or dire c t l y r e la t e d e xp e rienc e , wi l l be c o n sider e d s u f f ici e n t for an i n divid u al t o m ee t th e r e q u ire m e n ts of t h e rol e .

Knowl e dg e, Skills, a n d A b i liti es :

• Strong understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, and material requirements planning (MRP) principles.

• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain operations, and cross-functional dependencies.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and act on production data, KPIs, and scheduling metrics.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with ERP systems required.

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a dynamic production environment.

• Familiarity with Lean or Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodologies a plus.

Working Environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.

• Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.

• Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.

• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

• Work is performed in a production or office environment with exposure to electrical equipment.

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