Master Scheduler - Sault Ste. Marie Area

We partner with manufacturers across the Sault Ste. Marie 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.

• →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.
• →Coordinate with sales and customer service to align demand with available capacity.
• →Review material availability with purchasing before releasing the schedule.

• 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.
• Experience building production schedules in a manufacturing environment.

• 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.

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

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

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.