Master Scheduler – Walker Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Master Scheduler for Walker, MI to manage master production schedules and capacity planning for manufacturers in the region. You will collaborate with sales, purchasing, and shop floor teams to ensure on-time delivery and optimized use of resources.

Responsibilities include maintaining ERP data, coordinating daily planning meetings, and driving schedule adherence across multiple active orders, with a focus on continuous improvement and Lean scheduling

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Capacity planning

Demand forecasts

Communication

Data analysis

Production scheduling

Lean / continuous improvement

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job Description:

Master Scheduler | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $75,000 – $109,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a master scheduler? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Walker area seeking experienced 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 Walker in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Comstock Park.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Walker 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

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience building production schedules in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• 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.
• Prior work as a production planner or materials planner.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Work Authorization

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

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Dynamics Inventory Production Planning Supply Chain Access Support Mitigation Operations Raw Materials Logistics ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Inventory Control Recruiting Demand Compensation Supply Supply Chain Management Analytical Skills Continuous Improvement Availability SAP Manufacturing Interpersonal Skills Oracle Materials Administration Scheduling Preparation Software Planning Business Training Sales Communication Management

Salary Package:

$ 75,000.00 – 109,000.00 (US Dollar)