Production Scheduler

Wonderbrands; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wonderbrands, a leading Canadian bakery, is seeking a Production Scheduler to oversee bakery production and ensure inventory accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a background in materials management and proven leadership skills. Join a company with a rich history and a commitment to innovation and community investment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation, Health, and Dental Benefits

Pension plan with matching contributions

Bonuses

Discount programs covering restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Positive attitude and results-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Schedule bakery production based on guidelines from the central planning team.
• Conduct cycle counts of all raw materials and packaging items.
• Improve inventory accuracy to 98%+.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Mathematical abilities

Team support skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Materials Management, Business, Operations Management, or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting

Ready For a Tasty New Challenge?

Overview

The functional reporting for the Production Scheduler role will be to the VP, Supply Planning and Optimization. The bakery crew, including receivers, cycle counters, and line shippers, will support this position in their respective responsibilities outlined below.

Job Location: 5345 - 275th Street, Langley, BC

Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000 annually

What Wonderbrands Offers:

• Home Grown Talent and accelerated career growth
• Competitive Compensation, Health, and Dental Benefits
• Pension plan with matching contributions
• Bonuses
• Discount programs covering restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule bakery production based on guidelines from the central planning team
• Conduct cycle counts of all raw materials and packaging items at least once per period
• Improve inventory accuracy to 98%+ for FG, SFG, RM, and PM
• Monitor expiring materials and coordinate with the Central Planning team for the “Run Out” plan
• Address finished goods discrepancies between ELM and SAP
• Escalate chronic issues such as material discrepancies and process discrepancies to the Central Planning team
• Assist the Supply Planning CI team in visibility on PPW generated by the bakery
• Ensure accurate reporting of mixes and FG production numbers, escalating discrepancies to the bakery manager

Requirements:

• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Materials Management, Business, Operations Management, or equivalent
• Bright, driven, and clear about career goals
• Ability to learn quickly, ambitious, and innovative
• Positive attitude and results-oriented mindset
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, and basic mathematical abilities
• Team support skills
• Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights, and weekends as needed

What is the recipe for a great career at Wonderbrands?

Wonderbrands, a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience, produces Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa, with 14 facilities across Canada. As part of FGF Brands, we focus on production innovation, supply chain excellence, and community investment, fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, this posting represents a current vacancy within our organization.

Disclaimer: The responsibilities, knowledge, and skills listed are general; additional duties may be assigned or the description amended at any time.

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