Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Capacity Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Forecasting, Furniture, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Master Production Schedule, Metrics, Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Control, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Support, Promotional Programs, Purchasing/Procurement, Sales, Schedule Development, Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) Management, Team Player, Time Management
Join a company built on quality, craftsmanship, and stability.
For more than 125 years, Stickley has been manufacturing high-quality furniture that is recognized throughout North America. Our Archdale facility produces premium upholstered furniture, and we're looking for an experienced Master Scheduler to help keep production running efficiently and on schedule.
If you have experience coordinating production schedules, balancing workloads, and working closely with manufacturing teams to meet customer demand, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As Master Scheduler, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating production schedules for our Fine Upholstery operation. This role works closely with Manufacturing, Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, and Operations to ensure production goals are met while maintaining efficiency and service levels.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the master production schedule
- Coordinate production requirements with manufacturing leadership and selling departments
- Support production planning for company promotions and customer demand
- Monitor production performance and schedule attainment
- Analyze inventory levels and WIP to support efficient operations
- Maintain accurate planning and scheduling information within ERP/MRP systems
- Assist with capacity planning and workload balancing across departments
- Track production metrics and identify opportunities for process improvement
- Support SKU management and product retirement recommendations when appropriate
- Maintain a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and production constraints
Qualifications
Required
- 2+ years of production scheduling or production planning experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience working with ERP or MRP systems
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work across departments
Preferred
- Upholstered furniture manufacturing experience
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX or similar ERP systems
- Knowledge of capacity planning, inventory management, and production forecasting
Why Stickley?
- Stable company with over 125 years of manufacturing success
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Employee furniture discount
- Opportunity to work with an experienced manufacturing team
- Long-term career growth opportunities
At Stickley, quality starts with our people. We're looking for someone who takes pride in planning, problem-solving, and helping the operation succeed every day.
Apply today and become part of a company where craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement matter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.