Master Scheduler

SkyWater Search Partners; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Search Partners partners with a growing electronics manufacturer in the North Metro to hire a Master Scheduler. You will own the master scheduling function and collaborate with sales, production, and supply chain to forecast and improve on-time delivery.

This is a hands-on role for an experienced scheduling or production planning professional seeking high visibility and a direct impact on operational performance as the company scales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field.
• 5+ years in production planning, scheduling or supply chain management.
• Solid understanding of S&OP practices; prior involvement preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting; electronics preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Build and own the master production schedule, balancing internally manufactured items with supply chain components.
• Monitor schedule attainment in real time and drive recovery plans when the plan is at risk.
• Partner with internal operations and suppliers to validate capacity against demand.
• Design and refine planning processes and tools to improve schedule accuracy.
• Track and report on forecasting and on-time delivery metrics.
• Contribute forecasting and capacity insights to the Sales & Operations Planning process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Supply chain management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

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• Posted: September 16,2026

SkyWater is partnering with an growing electronics manufacturer based in the North Metro who’s looking to hire a Master Scheduler for their team! This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced scheduling or production planning professional who wants high visibility and the chance to shape a growing S&OP function from within. In this position, you’d own the master scheduling function while partnering with sales, production, and supply chain to execute against forecasts & drive improvement in on-time delivery performance. Our client is a privately held company with a 50+ year history designing and manufacturing connectivity solutions, and they’re currently investing in modernizing their supply chain function. They’re offering a strong base salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct, visible impact on operational performance as the company continues to scale!

Responsibilities

• Build and own the master production schedule, balancing internally manufactured items with supply chain-sourced components to keep customer commitments on track.
• Monitor schedule attainment in real time, proactively flagging gaps and driving recovery plans when the plan is at risk.
• Partner with internal operations and outside suppliers to validate capacity against demand and keep utilization aligned with the production schedule.
• Design and refine planning processes and tools to improve schedule accuracy and responsiveness.
• Track and report on key planning metrics such as forecast accuracy and on-time delivery.
• Contribute forecasting and capacity insight into the company's evolving Sales & Operations Planning process, helping shape a more structured, cross-functional approach to demand & supply alignment.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, and/or supply chain management.
• Solid understanding of S&OP best practices with prior experience owning or being involved in a formal S&OP process preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment required with electronics manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills (both written & verbal).