Master Scheduler

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do :

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

PURPOSE :

The Master Scheduler is accountable for leading the finite scheduling function, orchestrating the creation, governance, and continuous improvement of detailed production schedules across multiple lines, products, and sites. This role ensures that tactical supply plans are effectively translated into executable, capacity-feasible schedules.

As the manager of the finite schedulers, the Master Scheduler sets the standards for schedule quality, stability, and adherence, driving cross-functional alignment with Operations, Supply Planning, and Commercial teams. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that customer commitments are consistently met while maximizing utilization of manufacturing assets and enabling responsive, agile supply chain execution.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

• Leadership and Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop a team of finite production schedulers; set clear performance standards and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Govern the translation of supply plans into executable, time-phased production schedules across lines

Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality leaders to resolve systemic scheduling issues, integrate downtime planning, and support stable execution

Collaborate with engineering on master data accuracy for scheduling parameters (rates, yields, changeovers, constraints) and ensure integration with ERP / MES systems

Participate in and propose continuous improvement events (e.g. Kaizen) to enhance schedule stability and reduce lead times

EMPLOYEE CORE COMPETENCIES :

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

MANAGEMENT / SUPERVISON :

Team of schedulers

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and / or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include : close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation :

The expected salary range for this position is $96,000- $113,000 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Work in an office environment

May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Travel Minimal-10%

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Watts in it for you :

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

How we work :

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.