Master Scheduler

Talentify; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Master Scheduler to drive production planning, optimize inventory levels, and ensure on-time customer delivery through cross-functional collaboration.

This contract-to-hire role offers the chance to work alongside an experienced Master Scheduler retiring after 27 years, providing valuable knowledge transfer and long-term growth potential within a growing manufacturing organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; Syspro experience highly preferred.
• Strong experience in production planning, scheduling, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate across production, purchasing, engineering, and customer service teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules based on customer demand and historical trends.
• Coordinate workforce planning to support production requirements.
• Partner with purchasing to ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained.
• Communicate delivery schedules, priorities, and schedule changes with customer service teams.
• Ensure accurate ERP/MRP transactions and system integrity.
• Manage inventory accuracy through cycle counting and inventory control processes.
• Collaborate with engineering on the creation and maintenance of production bills of materials (BOMs).
• Monitor products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle to ensure on-time completion.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support additional operational planning activities as needed.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP/MRP systems

Syspro

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field

Job description

Join a Top Workplace and Take the Lead in Production Planning

Are you an experienced production planner or scheduler looking to make a significant impact within a growing manufacturing organization? We are seeking a Master Scheduler to drive production planning, optimize inventory levels, and ensure customer demand is met through effective scheduling and cross-functional collaboration.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a highly visible role and work alongside an experienced Master Scheduler before their retirement after 27 years with the company, providing valuable knowledge transfer and long-term career growth potential.

What You'll Do

As the Master Scheduler, you will be responsible for coordinating production schedules, inventory planning, and workforce requirements to ensure efficient manufacturing operations and on-time customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules based on customer demand and historical trends
• Coordinate workforce planning to support production requirements
• Partner with purchasing to ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained
• Communicate delivery schedules, priorities, and schedule changes with customer service teams
• Ensure accurate ERP/MRP transactions and system integrity
• Manage inventory accuracy through cycle counting and inventory control processes
• Collaborate with engineering on the creation and maintenance of production bills of materials (BOMs)
• Monitor products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle to ensure on-time completion
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support additional operational planning activities as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; Syspro experience highly preferred
• Strong experience in production planning, scheduling, inventory management, and manufacturing operations
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively coordinate across production, purchasing, engineering, and customer service teams

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $40.86/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.