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Master Scheduler - Caledonia Area

The Pivot Group, Caledonia, MI, United States


Job Description:

Master Scheduler | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range:

$67,000 - $101,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in master scheduler? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Caledonia 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 collaborating with multiple companies in Caledonia seeking experienced Master Schedulers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) to meet customer demand and optimize resource utilization.
Collaborate with sales, production, and supply chain to align the MPS with business objectives and inventory targets.
Analyze production capacity and material availability to ensure the feasibility of the MPS.
Monitor actual production performance against the MPS and implement corrective actions as needed.
Utilize advanced planning systems and tools to generate and optimize scheduling solutions.
Identify and mitigate potential scheduling conflicts or bottlenecks to minimize disruptions.
Generate reports and communicate MPS status, risks, and performance to relevant stakeholders.
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 demand planning within a manufacturing environment.
Proven expertise in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Plex) and advanced planning tools.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Bonus Qualifications

Experience with ERP system implementation or optimization
APICS CPIM or CSCP certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Experience with advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Scheduler,Demand Planner,Supply Chain Planner,Inventory Planner,Materials Planner,Logistics Coordinator,Operations Scheduler,Master Production Scheduler,Capacity Planner,Scheduling Manager

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
• Inventory
• Lean Six Sigma
• Production Planning
• Supply Chain
• Access
• Support
• Six Sigma
• ERP
• Visualization
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Corrective Actions
• Recruiting
• Demand
• Compensation
• Supply
• Supply Chain Management
• Data Visualization
• Analytical Skills
• Optimization
• Availability
• SAP
• Manufacturing
• Interpersonal Skills
• Tableau
• Power BI
• Oracle
• Administration
• Scheduling
• Preparation
• Software
• Planning
• Business
• Sales
• Communication
• Management

Salary Package:
$ 67,000.00 - 101,000.00 (US Dollar)