Scheduling Manager - Circular Products

MILLERBERND MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC•Sauk Rapids, MN

13h•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Millerbernd Manufacturing is hiring a Scheduling Manager for our Circular Products (CP) Business Unit. The Scheduling Manager provides strategic direction for production planning, capacity utilization, and order fulfillment performance across the organization while directly overseeing our Scheduling Supervisors and providing leadership across the scheduling team. This Scheduling Manager will have accountabilities in both Winsted and Sauk Rapids but will be primarily based in Sauk Rapids.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field preferred
7+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or operations management
3+ years of leadership experience managing supervisors, planners, schedulers, or cross-functional teams preferred
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Expertise in manufacturing planning, scheduling, and capacity management
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and scheduling methodologies
Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills
Strong understanding of financial targets, inventory management, and operational KPIs
Experience leading cross-functional improvement initiatives
Develop, coach, and retain high-performing scheduling teams through effective leadership of Scheduling Supervisors
Proven ability to influence decisions across multiple organizational levels
Root cause analysis, critical thinking, and strategic decision-making abilities

Responsibilities

Lead and develop Scheduling Supervisors and their teams through coaching, accountability, and performance management
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance schedule attainment, inventory performance, and on-time delivery
Oversee management of PFEP (Plan for Every Part) and planning parameters within ERP systems
Develop and maintain standardized scheduling processes across value streams
Collaborate between Sales, Supply Chain, Finance and Operations to accomplish business unit targets
Provide leadership and direction to Scheduling Supervisors and their teams
Establish scheduling policies, procedures, and performance expectations
Lead the Production Control process to achieve on-time delivery and customer service objectives
Direct root cause investigations related to schedule disruptions, inventory shortages, and delivery performance issues
Partner with Operations leadership to balance capacity and drive workforce productivity.
Collaborate with Supply Chain leadership to align material planning strategies with production requirements
Lead ERP scheduling optimization initiatives and continuous improvement projects
Develop standard work, training programs, and best practices for scheduling personnel
Serve as the organizational subject matter expert for scheduling processes and ERP planning functionality
Support annual operating plans, financial forecasts, and strategic growth initiatives through capacity and production analysis

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles