Master Scheduler

About the role

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must be able to maintain such authorization without current or future employer or school sponsorship. GE Appliances will not sponsor employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

The Master Scheduler oversees the scheduling strategy for a plant operation as well as production control daily scheduling. This role works cross functionally with Product Management, Product Fulfillment, Plant Operations and Sourcing to deliver a level-loaded production schedule that meets the demands of our customers.

Position

• Master Scheduler
• Location
• USA, Decatur, AL
• How You'll Create Possibilities
• Translate the customer's needs into a build signal for the factory and the supply chain, focusing on long term strategy/capacity of planning plant production.
• Drive 95% production mix.
• Work with Fulfillment and Plant Operations to plan a forecasted production schedule, while assessing needs vs. manufacturing or supplier constraints.
• Coordinate with Product Management and Fulfillment teams to plan ahead for promotional periods.
• Generate and manage production forecast.
• Work with PFM to align plan production with customer demand.
• Utilize Proficy to manage and update schedules.
• Work with Material Planners to overcome material shortage issues.
• Manage process for AS-IS Finished Goods.
• Responsible for communicating significant changes to master schedule and large forecast variations to plant team.
• Manage timing and accounting for FG trials.

Supply Chain Management

• Manage key supply chains that directly and significantly effect mix attainment(control panels, steel, barcodes, etc.).

Key Reporting

• Own key reporting around FG output.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field OR equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of combined experience in manufacturing, design, or materials management.
• Six Sigma certification.
• Leadership experience in assembly operations.
• Deep knowledge of demand planning, supply execution, and order fulfillment processes.
• Proficiency with Oracle EBS and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven ability to influence and drive change in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of LEAN manufacturing principles.
• Flexibility to work on-site and adjust to different shifts when needed.
• Expertise with Oracle ERP systems, including EBS and VCP modules.
• Experience managing Bills of Material (BOM).
• Background in supporting new product introduction (NPI) and new materials management (NMM) launches.