National Scheduling Manager

5 hours ago

Epping Victoria Australia Criterion Industries Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Support a leading Australian manufacturer in optimizing production schedules

At Criterion Industries, we take pride in fostering a collaborative and high-performing workplace. As a family-owned business with a strong reputation in manufacturing, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow your career.

About the Company

Since 1981, Criterion Industries has been at the forefront of the manufacturing industry, specialising in premium aluminium partitioning systems, sliding systems, doors, and hardware accessories. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service has solidified our reputation as an industry leader.

We are proud to be a certified 'Great Place to Work' (GPTW

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive National Scheduling Manager to lead our scheduling function across our Australian-based manufacturing operations. In this key leadership role, you will oversee end-to-end scheduling to maximise efficiency, ensure accuracy, support production throughput, and maintain exceptional service standards. You will drive team performance, champion quality and safety, and ensure seamless coordination between operational, production, and customer-facing teams. This will be a 18 month fixed term contract for maternity cover.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage the creation, optimisation, and execution of production schedules to maximise capacity, meet throughput targets, and ensure on-time delivery.
  • Lead communication between manufacturing, operations, planning, despatch, and sales teams to ensure alignment, resolve scheduling issues, and support daily workflow needs.
  • Track production performance, analyse completion rates and efficiency metrics, and provide data-driven insights to improve output and minimise delays.
  • Ensure schedules are fully supported with the required labour, machinery, and material availability while proactively addressing constraints and bottlenecks.
  • Drive improvements to scheduling processes, SOPs, and systems to lift productivity, reduce errors, and enhance customer lead time performance.
  • Lead, support, and develop the scheduling team, setting clear expectations, maintaining accountability, and fostering a customer-first, high-performance culture.

What You Need to Succeed

  • Solid experience in production planning and manufacturing scheduling, supported by strong technical aptitude and confidence using ERP systems (Business Central desirable) and Excel at an intermediate–advanced level.
  • Proven ability to improve processes, solve problems, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced operational environment.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels across the business.
  • High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise competing demands while maintaining accuracy and service standards.
  • Customer-centric mindset with resilience, adaptability, and the capability to provide leadership or guidance — prior team leadership is highly regarded.

Why Join Criterion?

  • Supportive Team: Work with an Australian company that values collaboration.
  • Competitive Salary: Recognising your expertise with a strong remuneration package.
  • Great Workplace Culture: We are a certified 'Great Place to Work' (GPTW
  • Clean and Modern Office: Join our tight-knit team in our modern, clean office in Epping, VIC

Ready to Join Us?

If you are a detail-oriented and proactive scheduling professional, apply now and be part of our high-performing team

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