We are looking for a skilled Scrum Master to support Agile teams within a manufacturing environment in Bayport, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses on enabling efficient product delivery, strengthening Scrum practices, and helping teams work through obstacles with clarity and accountability. The ideal candidate will bring strong coaching skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to guide continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities:
- Lead core Scrum events such as sprint planning sessions, daily team syncs, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to keep delivery work organized and productive.
- Mentor team members on Agile values and Scrum methods, helping build consistent practices and stronger team ownership.
- Identify obstacles affecting progress and work with the team and stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
- Partner with Product Owners to keep backlog items refined, prioritized, and ready for upcoming sprint work.
- Shield the team from unnecessary interruptions and manage risks related to changing priorities or expanding scope.
- Use Agile performance measures, including burndown trends and team velocity, to share progress and support informed planning.
- Encourage regular reflection on team processes and turn feedback into practical improvements that enhance delivery.
- Coordinate with business partners and leadership to ensure team objectives remain aligned with broader organizational goals.
- Support Agile adoption across multiple teams when needed by promoting consistent frameworks and collaboration standards.