Strategic Production Scheduler - Optimize Plans & Inventory

FGF Brands

Toronto

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Job summary

FGF Brands is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop and maintain the Plant Production Schedule, reporting to the Production Planning Leader and Site Leader. You will coordinate weekly and daily schedules, analyze material requirements, and ensure timely materials availability across the network.

The role requires 2-3 years in a similar position, knowledge of inventory planning fundamentals, and proficiency with Excel and ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

Excellent analytical skills and understanding of inventory planning fundamentals.
Excellent time management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with various competing priorities.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Excel.
Experience with Planning (MRP)/ERP systems is desirable.
Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Develop weekly and daily production schedules for manufacturing lines following the Master Planning process.
Analyze material requirements plans and release orders for all locally purchased materials and maintain inventory at planned levels.
Monitor shelf life of purchased materials and ensure consumption before expiry.
Review production variance reports to ensure production plans meet customer demand and minimize obsolescence.
Coordinate schedules with Operations Leader and communicate changes to stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Assign material requirements to the Central Distribution Centre and ensure ERP accuracy for payments.