Challenge Manufacturing · 23 hours ago
Master Scheduler
1401 S. Washington, Holland, MI 49423
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expChallenge Manufacturing is a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, committed to operational excellence through employee ownership. The Master Scheduler will be responsible for ensuring best practices in demand, inventory, production, and supply planning, while also monitoring inventory levels and production schedules to meet customer demand and minimize disruptions.
AutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Prepare comprehensive production schedules and monitor production execution to master schedule
Prepare overtime schedules to meet customer demand both in the week and weekend for all departments (Press, Weld, Quality Inspection, and Repack)
Coordinate with Program Management and Advanced Engineering groups to manage scheduling and inventory requirements for initial runs
Collaborate with intercompany locations on requirement processing into the master schedule
Maximize on time material availability across plant for all projects and departments
Confirm, follow-up, and expedite planned purchase orders to meet required material delivery dates necessary to meet on-time delivery performance to support production requirements
Track critical parts and develop/execute delivery plans to ensure no interruptions or downtime to manufacturing line
Analyze MRP and production schedules to identify potential material shortage issues well in advance and initiate appropriate corrective action and escalation as required
Monitor outsourced processes to ensure delivery to plants in order to ensure production is not disrupted
Monitor inventory levels at Subcontracted processes and ensure production plans of inventory
Review long-term forecasts to identify and mitigate possible capacity/material issues and recommend appropriate action
Perform ongoing analysis of weekly, monthly and future capacity to optimize product level loading and achieve manufacturing continuity during low and high-volume months
Support Inventory management – reporting inventory levels out as required
Manage excess and obsolete inventory including bank builds and buildout requirements
Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of three years' experience in a Materials Planner, Materials Scheduler or closely related role required
Strong understanding and working knowledge of Inventory Control
Has high standards of performance for self
Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes
Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work
Maintains positive working relationships with all levels of the organization
Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships
Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow
Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of external customers and internal processes
Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively
Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity
Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge
Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely
Adheres to all company policies and procedures (e.g., employee handbook)
Travel required to the customer, other company manufacturing sites, supplier sites, and off-site training may be involved
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred (major or concentration in Supply Chain Management/Logistics is a strong plus)
Experience with Plex Systems ERP strongly preferred
Previous experience in automotive industry preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options
Employer 401k Match
ESOP shares
Tuition reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Challenge Incentive Program
Paid time off
Company
Challenge Manufacturing
Challenge Manufacturing is an automotive company offering stamped and welded automotive assemblies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100M2021-02-02Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Doug Bradley
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-08-05
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2023-10-16
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