Position DetailsJob Purpose:
The Master Scheduler is a vital role responsible for ensuring that production schedules are created, maintained, and adhered to, ensuring the efficient and timely production of high-quality vaccines.
This position requires exceptional organisational and planning skills, the ability to allocate resources, handle complexity and collaborate effectively with multiple departments.
Key Responsibilities: • Production Scheduling:
? Develop and manage detailed production schedules that align with manufacturing goals and customer demands.
? Ensure that schedules are accurate, realistic, and align with agreed inter departmental timelines.
? Ensure efficient resource utilisation and minimise production downtime.
? Work in ERP system (JD Edwards) to open production Work Orders.
? Work closely with Engineering to provide maintenance windows whilst maximising productivity.
• Resource Planning:
? Coordinate with various departments to ensure that all necessary resources (materials, equipment, personnel) are available to meet production targets
? Identify potential bottlenecks and proactively address them.
• Inventory Management:
? Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production schedules.
? This includes tracking raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods.
• Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP):
? Lead local on-site S&OP process.
? Participate in and represent site at regional S&OP
• Continuous Improvement:
? Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes and enhance overall efficiency.
? Implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline operations.
• Collaboration and Communication:
? Work closely with Operations, Quality Assurance, Qualified Persons, Engineering, Procurement, and other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication.
? Serve as a central point of contact for scheduling-related inquiries and updates.
? Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate scheduling updates clearly.
• Other duties as assigned.
Job Specific Technical, Functional and Professional Competencies: • Proficiency in MS Excel is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
The ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions to optimise production schedules.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
The ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple work streams, and meet deadlines.
• A high degree of attention to detail is required to ensure accurate scheduling
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to effectively convey information to various stakeholders and collaborate across departments.
Essential Education and Experience:
• A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, business administration, or a related field is required.
Extensive relevant experience may negate degree requirements.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in production scheduling and planning within a GMP-regulated environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
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