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Master Planner

Ezurio group, Irvine, CA, United States


Under direct supervision, the Master Planner is responsible for creating and maintaining the Master Production Schedule to support manufacturing operations. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, production capacity, material availability, and inventory objectives to achieve on‑time delivery, efficient utilization of resources and cost control.

This role is onsite in Irvine, CA. Legal authorization to work in the US is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, publish, and maintain the Master Production Schedule to support manufacturing requirements

Convert demand forecasts, customer orders, and sales plans into executable production plan

Balance production capacity, labor, and material constraints to meet service and cost goals

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Engineering, and Sales to ensure schedule alignment

Lead or actively participate in S&OP / MPS review meetings

Monitor inventory levels, WIP, and finished goods to optimize inventory turns and minimize excess or obsolescence

Identify risks related to material shortages, capacity constraints, or schedule changes and drive mitigation plans

Utilize ERP/MRP systems to generate production signals, manage changes, and maintain data accurate

Support new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes, and phase‑in/phase‑out planning

Track and report key metrics such as schedule adherence, on‑time delivery, inventory accuracy, and capacity utilization

Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and cross‑functional communication

Perform other related duties as required by Plant Manager

REQUIREMENTS

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration

High attention to detail with strong organizational skills

Advanced Excel skills; experience with planning and reporting tools

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

Minimum 5 years of experience in master planning or production planning within a manufacturing setting

Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems

Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, routings, lead times, and capacity planning

Proven ability to analyze data, manage complexity, and make effective planning decisions

Equal Opportunity Employer
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