Production Scheduler - MCB

About Eaton

Eaton is a global power management organization that creates energy-efficient solutions to help customers handle electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power in safer, more sustainable, and more effective ways. With around 96,000 employees serving customers in over 175 countries, the company focuses on improving quality of life and the environment through power management technology and services.

Dubai is a key center for Eaton’s Middle East activities, bringing together commercial, engineering, manufacturing, and support functions in a globally connected setting. With more than four decades of presence in the region and a newly announced sustainable campus in Dubai, Eaton continues to invest in growth, teamwork, and capability development.

Role Overview

The Production Scheduler - MCB role is centered on turning the master production plan into a practical one- to four-week schedule for the plant, while matching it with available manufacturing capacity. The position is responsible for balancing daily production through capacity and constraint analysis to improve throughput, reduce cycle time and inventory, and support on-time delivery targets. The role also requires close coordination with several internal teams, including Operations, Customer Service, Finance, and Purchasing.

In addition, the scheduler monitors the Repairs SIOP file and upcoming demand forecasts, along with Aftermarket Repairs BOS metrics. The role uses the Kinaxis tool to manage exception messages and revenue risks, and relies on TOM meetings to identify critical materials and feed them into the planning process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily work-in-progress by reviewing reports, cross-functional inputs, and the critical ratio tool.
• Set and prioritize resource use across the factory, including shared resources, to improve efficiency and keep material moving so customer ship dates are met.
• Coordinate with SCM planners on daily parts and material availability, then determine dates and actions needed to meet or exceed delivery commitments through planning or exchange offerings.
• Stay in regular contact with teams such as Customer Service, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Purchasing.
• Help design and roll out methods and procedures that strengthen the scheduling function.
• Take an active role in continuous improvement initiatives and support standard work practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP.

Skills and Competencies

• Hands-on understanding of complex machined materials management.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts.
• Familiarity with MRP and ERP systems.
• Experience with MFG Pro is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization, including customers, marketing, engineering, quality, and manufacturing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and drive action-oriented results.
• Skill in spotting improvement opportunities and turning them into measurable annual impact.
• Change management capability is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and a benefits package.
• Engaging work on challenging projects in a collaborative team setting.
• Support for internal advancement whenever possible.
• Long-term growth opportunities through learning and development resources, including Eaton University.
• A culture that values reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Health, safety, and wellbeing support with tools designed to help employees thrive.

Dubai Work Environment

Dubai offers a highly connected international business environment with strong professional opportunities, modern infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a well-established expatriate community. Eaton employees in Dubai work within a stable and well-governed organization that combines global collaboration with clear operating practices and flexibility to support both performance and long-term career growth.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

Eaton provides equal employment opportunities and uses balanced hiring criteria. Hiring decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other status protected or required by law.