Production Control Lead & Scheduler

Boar's Head Brand; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Boar’s Head Brand in Petersburg, VA is seeking a seasoned Lead Production role to oversee daily operations on the production floor and ensure SAC/quality standards. The candidate will coordinate scheduling, lead teams, implement HACCP/TQM practices, and collaborate with an Area Manager to optimize production flow while maintaining safety and inventory accuracy.

Experience at Boar’s Head or in a food production facility is required; strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Access) and the ability to

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a Boar’s Head production facility in a lead role or 4+ years in production planning outside the company.

Responsibilities

• Take all measures to ensure distributor/customer total satisfaction
• Assist with the scheduling of daily operations of assigned department
• Assist Supervisors with daily production entries
• Exercise good leadership and communication skills
• Communicate effectively with all customers (internal and external)
• Review all requirements annually and update as needed
• Ensure all records and inventories are completed and reviewed daily
• Assist with development of forecast production requirements
• Ensure consistent product flow to maximize efficiency
• Ensure that all department SOPs and requirements are met
• Ensure all quality expectations are achieved and maintained
• Participate in HACCP and TQM implementation
• Participate in long range planning of the facility
• Maintain an effective presence in the department

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Multi-tasking

Production planning

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Boar’s Head Brand in Petersburg, VA is seeking a seasoned Lead Production role to oversee daily operations on the production floor and ensure SAC/quality standards. The candidate will coordinate scheduling, lead teams, implement HACCP/TQM practices, and collaborate with an Area Manager to optimize production flow while maintaining safety and inventory accuracy.

Experience at Boar’s Head or in a food production facility is required; strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Access) and the ability to