Company Overview W Talent Procurement and Supply Chain are working in partnership with a globally recognised precision manufacturing business based in the Coventry area, known for its engineering excellence and high-quality machined components. Serving demanding sectors such as Aerospace, Oil & Gas, and other technical industries, this business has consistently delivered complex, high-tolerance parts through innovation, investment in technology, and a strong operational foundation. As the business continues to scale, we are supporting them in identifying a high-calibre Master Production Scheduler to take ownership of production planning and operational flow across a complex machining environment. Position Overview This is a pivotal role within the Supply Chain & Operations team, responsible for owning and managing the Master Production Schedule (MPS). The successful candidate will play a critical part in ensuring customer demand is aligned with machining capacity, tooling availability, and quality requirements across the business. You'll be at the heart of a precision-driven environment, working cross-functionally with Procurement, Engineering, CNC programming, and Logistics to deliver on-time, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing performance. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning & Scheduling * Develop, manage, and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to support customer delivery, forecast demand, and internal capacity. * Translate forecasts and sales orders into executable machining plans that account for tooling, setup times, and machine availability. * Conduct regular reviews of scheduling performance and adapt plans to accommodate changes in demand or operations. Operational & Resource Management * Analyse machining capacity and resource bottlenecks, including CNC utilisation and operator availability. * Work closely with production and CNC programming to optimise throughput and reduce idle time. * Coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely material and tooling availability. Cross-Functional Collaboration * Act as the scheduling liaison between Sales, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, and Quality Assurance. * Communicate changes to production schedules proactively across all departments. * Support the integration of inspection and quality checks into the production plan to meet ISO or AS standards. Systems & Reporting * Use ERP/MRP systems to control work orders, schedule visibility, and BOM accuracy. * Report on key KPIs: schedule adherence, OTIF, lead times, and inventory turnover. * Contribute to process improvement initiatives and root cause investigations. Looking for: * Degree or HNC/HND in Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, or a relevant technical discipline. * 3-7 years of experience in production scheduling within precision machining or complex manufacturing. * Strong working knowledge of CNC machining processes (e.g., milling, turning, EDM, grinding). * Experience with ERP/MRP systems * Strong Excel and data analysis capabilities. * Ability to read technical drawings and understand manufacturing routings and tooling. What's on offer * Above market rate salary * A clear 6 month plan to success * An opportunity to make a difference in a new role