Master Scheduler

Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Apr 17, 2027
Experience: At least 5 years' previous experience in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Original job description

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Master Scheduling Manager, this position will work in collaboration with cross-functional teams to build an optimal schedule for bus line entries to ensure that our New Flyer facilities have successful operations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Facilitate Master Scheduling meetings with cross-functional teams.
Ensure proper documentation and review of risks, issues, concerns, and changes and provide necessary feedback and resolutions.
Evaluate the status of New Flyer facilities and the New Flyer Supply Chain
Update business plan to maintain bus line entry status, completion status, shipment status, and performance status
Updating and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) in relation to the Annual Operating Plan
Perform business plan simulations as required
Create simulations in various formats to present to ELT for consideration
Lead cross training initiatives within the Scheduling group
Work with the Scheduling team to ensure that the process is on track and well communicated
Ensures operational KPI's and OPEX are established, and objectives are met.
Create and analyze reports on departmental objectives and issues.
Monitor and promote the Health and Safety programs and takes an active role in developing a safer working environment.
Maintaining operational budgets for each production department, including obtaining and reviewing budget results with budget owners monthly, identifying deviations and ensuring corrective actions are taken
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure a continual follow of product to meet both internal and external requirements.

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Post-secondary education in a related discipline in operations management or equivalent experience will also be considered
At least 5 years' previous experience in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
Excellent interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills.
High level of professionalism and confidentiality
High level of computer capabilities
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, and knowledge of Oracle would be an asset.
Experience with Lean manufacturing is considered an asset.

Benefits

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today's urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

WHY JOIN US:

Be a part of a team leading the world's electrification of mass mobility
Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
Paid holidays and vacation
Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members
On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we've invested 10.9 million in 2023)
Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates' request.

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Responsibilities

Lead master scheduling activities with cross-functional teams, monitor production and shipment status, and maintain scheduling documentation and performance indicators. Develop business plan simulations and reports, manage departmental budgets and operational objectives, and support safe, well-coordinated production flow.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in a related discipline such as operations management, or equivalent experience, and at least five years of experience in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment. Candidates should have strong interpersonal, problem-solving, communication, confidentiality, and computer skills; advanced Microsoft Office knowledge is required, while Oracle and Lean manufacturing experience are assets.

Skills

Master Scheduling
Production Scheduling
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Risk Management
Business Plan Simulation
Key Performance Indicators
Reporting and Analysis
Budget Management
Microsoft Office
Oracle
Lean Manufacturing
Problem Solving
Communication
Cross-Training
Health and Safety

Benefits

Immediate Benefit Eligibility
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
On-the-Job Training
Advancement Opportunities

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Keywords

Master Scheduling
Operations Management
Production Scheduling
Manufacturing
Production Environment
Bus Manufacturing
Supply Chain
Business Planning
Business Plan Simulations
Key Performance Indicators
Annual Operating Plan
Operational Expenditures
Operational Budgets
Risk Management
Cross-Functional Teams
Microsoft Office
Oracle
Lean Manufacturing
Health and Safety
Continuous Improvement
Production Flow
Shipment Status
Performance Reporting
Cross-Training

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