GD Energy Products – New Name, Same Legacy
The company you have known as Gardner Denver High Pressure Solutions has a new name – GD Energy Products. Now for more than 160 years, we have made it our business to lead the industry with unmatched products and services; and I can promise that while our identity may change, deep down, who we are as a company never will.
GD Energy Products is looking for a Master Schduler to work in Fort Worth, TX.
When joining GD Energy Products, you will be eligible for many of our competitive benefits, including: vacation, 401K matching, paid holidays, sick days, full medical/dental/vision benefits, short/long term disability, maternity/paternity leave and many more!
Job Summary
The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the master production schedule to support customer demand, production efficiency, and inventory objectives. This position manages forecasts, production planning, and material flow to maximize customer service, inventory performance, and manufacturing capacity. The Master Scheduler collaborates closely with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Procurement to ensure production plans align with business goals and may support or lead the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain an accurate master production schedule that balances customer demand, production capacity, inventory levels, and resource availability.
- Analyze customer forecasts, historical demand, and sales trends to develop production plans and improve forecast accuracy.
- Plan, monitor, and track monthly shipping objectives while ensuring production schedules support customer delivery requirements.
- Coordinate production schedules based on customer orders, material availability, labor resources, equipment capacity, and operational priorities.
- Monitor material movement throughout the manufacturing process and adjust schedules to address production delays, material shortages, or changing customer requirements.
- Collaborate with Procurement, Production, Customer Service, Sales, and Operations to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure material availability.
- Optimize inventory levels by balancing raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods while minimizing excess inventory.
- Utilize ERP/MRP systems to maintain accurate production schedules, inventory transactions, and planning data.
- Generate reports and analyze production, inventory, and scheduling performance to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to production planning, scheduling accuracy, inventory optimization, and operational efficiency.
- Participate in or lead Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (S&OP) activities as assigned.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Strong knowledge of production scheduling, capacity planning, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret demand forecasts and translate them into executable production plans.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
- Ability to prioritize competing demands and adapt quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems; SAP experience strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes is preferred.
Education and Experience
- Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in production scheduling, production planning, inventory control, or manufacturing operations.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment is required.
- APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or similar professional certification is preferred.
- Experience using SAP or comparable ERP/MRP systems is strongly preferred.
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
- Ability to occasionally walk through manufacturing and warehouse environments.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees throughout office and production areas.
- May occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional travel between company facilities or suppliers may be required.
GD Energy Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by applicable law, regulation or local ordinance. For more information about your rights under the law, see http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
GD Energy Products is a leading brand in the energy industry, offering a wide range of innovative products and services. With a strong commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, GD Energy Products is at the forefront of sustainable solutions. The brand's cutting-edge innovation allows them to lead the industry in meeting the latest environmental and safety standards. GD Energy Products has developed a range of pumps, including frac pumps, mud pumps, and horizontal directional drilling pumps, to name just a few. Their pumps are designed for various applications, such as acidizing, cementing, and hydraulic fracturing. In addition, they offer a comprehensive range of consumables, like valve seats, packing, and pistons, ensuring optimal performance. The brand's commitment to the environment is demonstrated through programs such as metal recycling, closed-loop recycling, and coolant reclamation. They also offer a plunger remanufacturing program, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. GD Energy Products is dedicated to finding alternative fuel solutions and embraces diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Through community engagement initiatives and involvement in industry associations, GD Energy Products actively supports charitable organizations and provides educational resources and scholarships. Their goal is to create a workplace culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, allowing every individual to reach their full potential. With GD Energy Products, you can expect sustainable solutions that meet your operational needs while reducing your environmental impact.
