Master Scheduler - Coldwater Area

Master Scheduler | Coldwater, MISalary Range: $70,000 - $104,000 depending on experienceAre you a detail-oriented 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 advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Coldwater 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 Coldwater in Branch County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Sturgis, Hillsdale, Litchfield, and Bronson.The OpportunityWe work with companies in the Coldwater area that add Master Schedulers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.Usual ResponsibilitiesIdentify 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 QualificationsExperience 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 QualificationsPrior 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 ApplyPlanning Coordinator, Capacity Planner, Operations Planner, Production Planner, Production Scheduler, Materials Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Demand Planner, Manufacturing PlannerWork AuthorizationApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.Why The Pivot Group NetworkThe 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.