Production Scheduler

HH Global; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental, vision insurance

401k with discretionary company match

PTO and company holidays

Disability coverage

Job summary

HH Global in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop and optimize production schedules, balancing capacity to meet customer demand and inventory targets. The role requires collaboration with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement and Project Management in a fast-paced setting.

The successful candidate will monitor performance, drive schedule adherence, and contribute to continuous improvement by providing clear reports and dashboards to leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience collaborating with multiple functions (Ops, Supply Chain, Procurement).
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on PO dates, yields, due dates and capacity.
• Coordinate production planning to ensure efficient workflow and resource use.
• Monitor progress and adjust schedules for demand changes, equipment, labor or materials.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Supply Chain to ensure timely availability of product and materials.
• Analyze capacity, lead times and bottlenecks to improve performance.
• Prioritize production orders and resolve scheduling conflicts with leadership.
• Track schedule performance metrics such as on-time delivery and efficiency.
• Communicate schedule changes to stakeholders across the business unit.
• Support Sales, Customer Service and Operations with timelines and capacity data.
• Participate in continuous improvement to reduce lead times and improve throughput.
• Develop reports and dashboards to support decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision-making

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join the global leader in responsible marketing activation services

At HH Global, we help the world's most recognized brands turn their growth ideas into measurable impact through responsible marketing activation. We are a global marketing activation partner that connects brands to their customers and delivers sustainable marketing activation at scale. With over 4,000 colleagues across more than 55 countries, you'll join a diverse, high-performing community, empowered to deliver sustainable, innovative solutions for our clients.

Purpose of the Job

The Production Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure efficient utilization of Production resources while meeting customer demand, inventory targets, and delivery commitments. This position collaborates closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Project Management teams to balance capacity and production priorities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, deep manufacturing planning knowledge, and the ability to drive schedule adherence in a fast-paced environment.

This role will be based in our office 1090 Kenwood Road in Cincinnati OH 5 days a week. Standard hours are M-F 7:30-3:30pm EST, with mandatory Saturday shifts during peak season.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer PO dates, production yields, product and material due dates, and available capacity.
• Coordinate production planning activities to ensure efficient workflow and optimal resource utilization.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to address changes in demand, equipment availability, labor constraints, or material shortages.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely availability of product and material.
• Analyze production capacity, lead times, and bottlenecks to improve operational performance.
• Partner with production leadership to prioritize production orders and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Track schedule performance metrics, including schedule attainment, on-time delivery, and production efficiency.
• Communicate schedule changes and production priorities to stakeholders across the business unit.
• Support Sales, Customer Service, and Operations Planning activities by providing production timelines and capacity information.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing lead times, improving throughput, and enhancing scheduling accuracy.
• Develop reports and dashboards to support operational decision-making.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 8-10 years of production scheduling, production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, inventory management, and material requirements planning (MRP).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Experience using KPIs and performance metrics to drive operational improvements.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies preferred.
• Experience supporting Sales & Operations Planning processes preferred.
• Familiarity with scheduling and capacity planning tools preferred.

Company Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401k with discretionary company match
• PTO and company holidays

You belong in our global community

Belonging is at the heart of HH Global. We don't just talk about inclusion; our teams recognize it as a fundamental part of our culture. Join the global leader in responsible marketing activation services and bring your authentic self to a team that values you for who you are.

HH Global is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applications without regard to protected characteristics.