NOW HIRING: Millerbernd Manufacturing is hiring a Master Scheduler to join our team in Sauk Rapids, MN! The Master Scheduler is responsible for the master schedule of the assigned Business Unit and provides detailed department schedules finding the balance between operations' capacity and customer delivery expectations.
Job Title: Master Scheduler
Location: Sauk Rapids, MN (on-site)
Salary Range: $70,000 - $87,000 per year
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday - Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift - N/A
As a Master Scheduler, you will:
Develop master production schedule for assigned business group including flow through operational work departments
Determine the need for material and capacity to address expected demand, execute the resulting plans, and update planning and financial information to reflect the results
Schedule a timetable of events and decide when and where certain events will occur
Establish the demand and planning time fences
Interface with customer team to ensure alignment between schedule and customer requirements
Lead planning team toward providing visibility and accuracy to an operationally achievable plan
Consistently search for methods to develop an agile and committed departmental workforce
Drive alignment and improvement of shop floor transaction discipline
Create the rough-cut capacity plan by working with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure the schedule derived is achievable considering internal and external capacity
Coordinate ECN (Engineering Change Notices) into the schedule
Incorporate planning decisions to reduce material and product variability
Orchestrate transition on make vs buy adjustments
Assist manufacturing with process improvement and lean initiatives.
Visualize the total process and aid in locating problem areas using process mapping, quality improvement, and visualization tools to locate, quantify, and correct root causes of problems
Assist manufacturing management in the development of meaningful productivity and performance measurements
Role Qualifications as a Master Scheduler:
Preferred candidates will have BA or BS degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain or other Business program
Preferred candidates will have Certification in APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or APICS Certified Supply chain Professional (CSCP) preferred
Preferred candidates will have 5+ years of related experience
Other combinations of formal training and experience will be considered
Close understanding and practical knowledge of a company's manufacturing processes and equipment capabilities
Understand output of materials requirement planning (MRP), capacity management, and advanced planning system technologies
Understand calculations for efficiency, utilization, and productivity
Demonstrated ability to calculate nominal and demonstrated productive capacities
Understand the planning requirements for managing make-to-stock and make-to-order manufacturing environments
Understand the concept of forecast consumption by actual sales orders
Understand the tasks in managing available-to-promise and capable-to-promise portion of the master schedule
Educational or experience in statistics, math and analytical thinking
Educational or experience in supply chain fundamentals
Education or experience in operations and enterprise economics
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Software: Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Proficient in MRP and ERP systems - EPICOR experience preferred
Demonstrates accountability and ownership
Ability to display a customer focus (internal and external)
Why Millerbernd and Who We Are:
We strive to create the best opportunities for our employees. Here you can discover your potential, turn your ideas into reality and become a part of a team with skills and experience in various disciplines. At Millerbernd, you will enjoy a fulfilling and dynamic work environment, exclusive professional development opportunities, exceptional benefits, and competitive compensation.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
At Millerbernd Manufacturing Company, we offer a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.
Health & Wellness
Medical Insurance: Choose from two high-quality plans, including PPO and High Deductible options, with company contributions to HSAs
Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses
Income Protection
Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance at no cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits
Optional Life and AD&D Insurance, Legal and Identity Protection, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement Savings
401(k) Plan: Employer matching contributions up to 4%, with immediate vesting
Incentive-Based Compensation
Eligible employees are included in one of our incentive programs, designed to reward performance and align with company profitability and goals. Incentive program eligibility and payout specifics are determined by the role and shift schedule.
Work-Life Balance and Additional Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free and confidential support services
Onsite Training Programs: Skill-building opportunities, including leadership development, welding classes, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy for applicable role
Eligibility: Benefits are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. The 401(k) plan is available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
The Process:
After you've submitted your application, here is what you can expect to happen next:
Your application will be reviewed by our internal Talent Acquisition Team, not a robot or computer software program.
Once our team has reviewed your application and your skills, qualifications, and experience match what we are looking for, we will reach out to set up a phone interview.
After we've had a chance to chat with you, we will pass your application and our notes on to the hiring manager. From here, the hiring manager will review the information and determine next steps.
Next steps would include an on-site interview and tour of the facility to see what you could be doing here at Millerbernd Manufacturing. From here, the hiring manager would discuss the interview with the Team Lead (if applicable) and determine to move forward or not.
Throughout the process, you will receive communication from our Talent Acquisition Team regarding the status of your application and the next steps if applicable. On average, our hiring process takes 3-10 business days once your application is submitted.
Apply Now if this sounds like you !
