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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for scheduling assistant in Detroit, MI is $18.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.95 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a scheduling assistant?

Scheduling Assistants are administrative professionals who manage and coordinate appointments, meetings, and calendars for individuals or organizations. They ensure that schedules run smoothly by organizing events, sending reminders, and resolving conflicts or double bookings. Their role often involves communicating with staff, clients, and external partners to confirm availability and make necessary adjustments. Scheduling Assistants use digital tools and software to streamline the scheduling process and help improve overall efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a scheduling assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Scheduling Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in calendar management, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with scheduling software like Microsoft Outlook, Google Calendar, or specialized appointment systems is typically expected. Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities help you work efficiently with colleagues and clients. These skills are crucial for ensuring smooth operations, minimizing conflicts, and supporting productivity in fast-paced environments.

What are some common challenges faced by scheduling assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Scheduling Assistants often face challenges such as last-minute changes, conflicting appointments, and juggling multiple priorities. Effective communication with team members and proactive use of scheduling software are key to managing these situations. Staying organized, anticipating potential conflicts, and maintaining flexibility can help ensure smooth calendar coordination and minimize disruptions. Regular check-ins with supervisors and colleagues also support timely adjustments and foster a collaborative work environment.

What is the difference between Scheduling Assistant vs Medical Office Assistant?

AspectScheduling AssistantMedical Office Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHealthcare settings, clinics, hospitalsMedical offices, clinics, healthcare facilities
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging appointment schedules, coordinating calendarsScheduling, patient check-in, administrative tasks
Industry UsageCommon in healthcare for administrative supportWidely used in healthcare for front-office duties

The Scheduling Assistant primarily manages appointment scheduling and calendar coordination within healthcare settings, focusing on organizing patient and provider schedules. The Medical Office Assistant has a broader role, including administrative tasks like patient check-in, billing, and record management. While both roles support healthcare operations, the Scheduling Assistant specializes in scheduling functions, whereas the Medical Office Assistant handles a wider range of front-office duties.

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Infographic showing various Scheduling Assistant job openings in Detroit, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,716 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

Scheduling Assistant Manager

Link Engineering Company

Plymouth, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

324th of 494 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Scheduling Assistant Manger - Plymouth, MI
Discover your potential. Pursue your passion.
Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for the Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, outside of Detroit, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.
Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands-on experience and out-of-the-box thinking to OEMs and suppliers everywhere.
We are looking for a talented Scheduling Assistant Manager who is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of production schedules across two parallel manufacturing streams: engineered-to-order projects with unique technical requirements and standard configurable products with defined routings and predictable demand patterns. The role ensures that schedules reflect engineering dependencies, material readiness, capacity constraints, and customer commitments, while maintaining strong alignment between engineering, project management, supply chain, and shop-floor operations.
Main Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain production schedules that balance customer orders, capacity constraints, labor availability, and material readiness.
  • Monitor daily production performance and adjust schedules proactively to address bottlenecks, downtime, or priority changes.
  • Coordinate cross-functional communication with production, purchasing, quality, engineering, and warehouse teams to ensure schedule adherence.
  • Analyze capacity and resource requirements, including labor, equipment, and tooling, and recommend adjustments to meet demand including analysis of outsourcing requirements.
  • Lead scheduling or production meetings, providing updates on schedule status, risks, and recovery plans.
  • Track and report key scheduling metrics, such as engineering release processing time, on time delivery, schedule attainment, and throughput.
  • Identify and implement process improvements in scheduling workflows, planning tools, and communication practices.
  • Supervise and develop scheduling staff, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback.
  • Ensure ERP data accuracy, including routings, lead times, work center capacities, and production orders.
  • Support new product introductions for engineered to order projects by integrating new processes and timelines into the production schedule.
  • Work closely with the Engineering department to provide support to the shop floor as required.
  • Support procurement team in supplier selection and analysis as required.
  • Drive continuous improvement culture within LINK, utilizing knowledge of ERP system to implement new processes.
  • Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related degree.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing scheduling within environments that include both engineered-to-order and configurable standard products.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Team Management experience either by having direct reports or by leading a large-scale project managing the direction and output of others.
  • Strong understanding of engineering documentation, including drawings, BOMs, routings, ECNs, and configuration management.
  • Expertise with ERP/MRP systems and advanced scheduling tools; ability to model capacity and evaluate critical paths.
  • Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into realistic production plans.
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating across engineering, project management, supply chain, and shop-floor teams.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to manage uncertainty, evolving designs, and mixed-mode production flows.
  • Preferred experience in industries such as aerospace, custom automation, industrial machinery, robotics, or other high-complexity manufacturing.
  • Preferred familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Preferred experience with project-based manufacturing and milestone-driven schedules.
  • Proficiency with Excel and scheduling tools (Gantt charts, capacity models, etc.)
  • Highly motivated and self-directed.

Physical Requirements:
  • Office-based with regular time spent on the production floor to understand process flow, constraints, and technical challenges
  • Ability to walk.
  • Ability to speak verbally and read in English.
  • Ability to see with corrective lenses.
  • Ability to hear.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
  • Ability to use a computer.
  • Able to work evenings and/or weekends as required.
  • Able to travel up to 10% domestically.

Hazards:
  • Normal hazards related to working in an office environment.
  • Normal hazards related to working in a manufacturing and testing environment.
  • Normal hazards related to road and air travel.

LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.
Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-734-453-0800. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.
Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as-needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK's vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.

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