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Master Scheduler - DeWitt Area

The Pivot Group, Dewitt, MI, United States


Job Description:

Master Scheduler | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range:

$68,000 - $102,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in master scheduler? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in DeWitt seeking experienced Master Schedulers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in DeWitt that are adding Master Schedulers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the master production schedule, considering capacity constraints and material availability.
Collaborate with sales, production, and supply chain to ensure alignment on production plans and customer delivery dates.
Analyze demand forecasts, inventory levels, and production capacities to optimize scheduling and minimize stockouts or excess inventory.
Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, working with relevant departments to mitigate impacts on production and delivery.
Monitor production performance against the schedule, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.
Utilize ERP/MRP systems and other scheduling tools to create, manage, and communicate the master schedule effectively.
Generate reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling accuracy, on-time delivery, and production efficiency.
Recommended Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in production planning, master scheduling, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
Proven expertise with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics 365) and advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred.
Bonus Qualifications

Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Scheduler, Master Production Scheduler, Supply Chain Planner, Demand Planner, Materials Planner, Inventory Control Manager, Logistics Coordinator, Operations Scheduler, Production Planner, Supply Chain Analyst

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Data
• Offers
• Dynamics
• Inventory
• Production Planning
• Supply Chain
• Support
• Operations
• Logistics
• ERP
• Key Performance Indicators
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Corrective Actions
• Inventory Control
• Recruiting
• Demand
• Compensation
• Supply
• Supply Chain Management
• Availability
• SAP
• Manufacturing
• Oracle
• Materials
• Administration
• Scheduling
• Preparation
• Software
• Planning
• Business
• Training
• Sales
• Management

Salary Package:
$ 68,000.00 - 102,000.00 (US Dollar)