Bakery Production Planner: Schedule & Inventory Optimizer

JSB Industries Inc; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Professional development

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

JSB Industries Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Production Planner to coordinate production schedules, balance demand with resources, and partner with Sales, Purchasing, and Warehouse to ensure on-time, in-full delivery of bakery products.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, ERP/MRP system upkeep, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced bakery manufacturing environment to support nationwide customers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience in food or bakery manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and planning processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across departments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adjust daily and weekly production schedules to meet demand.
• Coordinate activities across baking, packaging, freezing, warehousing, and distribution.
• Balance demand with capacity and labor; manage inventory levels.
• Monitor ingredient, packaging, and finished goods inventories.
• Prioritize orders with Sales and Customer Service for on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Warehouse on material needs.
• Develop scheduling solutions to handle downtime and shortages.
• Maintain accurate production plans and ERP/MRP data.
• Track schedule adherence and service metrics; seek improvements.
• Suggest process improvements to boost productivity and reduce waste.

Skills

Production planning

Production scheduling

Supply chain

ERP/MRP

Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Cross-functional collab

Job description

JSB Industries Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Production Planner to coordinate production schedules, balance demand with resources, and partner with Sales, Purchasing, and Warehouse to ensure on-time, in-full delivery of bakery products.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, ERP/MRP system upkeep, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced bakery manufacturing environment to support nationwide customers.