Master Production Scheduler

Job Type: Full-Time, onsite 4/1 in-offce

Job Location: Brecksville, OH (with planned transition to Wickliffe, OH in 2028) 

 

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the mobility, health, and advanced materials industries through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global supply chain organization, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact on our operations, our customers, and the world around you.

 

This role is currently based in Brecksville, Ohio. Please note that Lubrizol has announced plans to transition operations to Wickliffe, Ohio in 2028. Employees in this role are expected to transition to the Wickliffe location at that time 

 

How You’ll Make an Impact:

 

Join Lubrizol as a Master Production Scheduler and and act as a central driver in shaping how we deliver innovative, sustainable solutions across the globe. In this role, you will lead short- to mid‑term production planning (1–90 days), ensuring our operations run efficiently, responsively, and cost‑effectively. You’ll translate demand forecasts into executable production plans, optimize capacity, and maintain ideal inventory levels — all while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to support customer needs and business goals.

 

This position requires a strong command of production planning principles, the ability to analyze data and anticipate challenges, and the agility to adjust plans in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you’re driven by problem-solving, operational excellence, and making a measurable impact, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a company committed to transforming the chemical industry.

 

In this role, you will: 

 

• Develop and maintain short- to mid-term production plans based on demand forecasts, sales orders, and inventory levels; analyze historical data and trends for accurate planning. 
• Evaluate capacity and resource availability to ensure production schedules are achievable and cost-effective. 
• Monitor inventory levels to balance customer demand with carrying costs, maintaining safety stock and minimizing excess. 
• Use data analytics to identify trends, bottlenecks, and make informed scheduling decisions. 
• Provide direction to schedulers and revise schedules as needed based on priorities, material availability, and resource constraints. 
• Manage material requisitions, purchase orders, and maintain procurement records; collaborate with vendors and third-party manufacturers for timely delivery. 
• Establish priorities for customer orders and communicate changes to internal teams to ensure alignment and customer satisfaction. 
• Identify and communicate material allocation needs due to raw material or capacity constraints. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with customer experience, sales, marketing, procurement, and production teams to resolve issues and maintain schedule integrity. 

 

Required Qualifications that Enables Your Success: 

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field. 
• 5+ years of experience in master production scheduling or a related field within a manufacturing environment. 
• Strong knowledge of production processes, capacity planning, and inventory management. 
• Proficiency with ERP systems, scheduling software, and data analysis tools. 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. 
• High attention to detail and accuracy. 

 

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward:

 

• Master’s degree in a related field. 
• CPIM certification. 
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. 
• Familiarity with Kinaxis Maestro   

 

 

Your Work Environment:

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production fl