Master Scheduler | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $69,000 - $103,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling as a master scheduler? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Byron Center area seeking skilled Master Schedulers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Master Scheduler opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Byron Center in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Byron Center area seeking Master Schedulers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Review material availability with purchasing before releasing the schedule.
• Adjust the schedule when orders change, equipment goes down, or parts arrive late.
• Lead daily or weekly production planning meetings with shop floor supervisors.
• Track schedule adherence and report on-time delivery performance.
• Identify capacity constraints and recommend overtime, shifts, or outsourcing.
• Keep planning data accurate in the ERP system.
• Build and maintain the master production schedule for all active work orders.
• Coordinate with sales and customer service to align demand with available capacity.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience building production schedules in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems.
• Strong understanding of capacity planning and lead times.
• Ability to read demand forecasts and translate them into build plans.
• Clear written and verbal communication across production, purchasing, and sales.
• Comfort with spreadsheets and production data analysis.

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior work as a production planner or materials planner.
• Experience with schedule recovery during supply disruptions.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification.
• Experience in a high-mix or made-to-order shop.
• Familiarity with lean scheduling methods and continuous improvement.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Planner, Production Scheduler, Materials Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Demand Planner, Manufacturing Planner, Planning Coordinator, Capacity Planner, Operations Planner

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.