Master Scheduler - Alpena Area

Master Scheduler | Alpena, MI

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

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a master scheduler? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Alpena 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 Alpena in Alpena County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Ossineke, Hillman, Rogers City, and Lincoln.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Alpena area that seek Master Schedulers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong understanding of capacity planning and lead times.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with lean scheduling methods and continuous improvement.
• 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.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.