Production Scheduler

SNF Holding Company; Lock Haven (Clinton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Vacation Days

Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Development & Training

Job summary

SNF Holding Company in Lock Haven, PA is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop and maintain an efficient plant schedule. The role analyzes demand, inventory, and capacity to ensure customer needs are met and production runs smoothly.

The position coordinates across production vessels, liaises with corporate teams, and supports finished goods and raw materials inventory in OMNIS. A high school diploma and 3+ years in production planning are expected; OMNIS and MS Office experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning and scheduling.
• ERP systems experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of OMNIS or similar systems is beneficial.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and communicate daily production schedules based on demand, inventory, capacity, and priorities.
• Prepare and present the daily reactor schedule to plant personnel.
• Coordinate with plant and corporate teams on priorities, constraints, and changes.

Skills

production planning

organization

communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

OMNIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 9,000 people, including more than 2,700+ in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth.

The Production Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and communicating an efficient production schedule for the Lock Haven facility. Working under the direction of the Planner and Materials Manager, this position analyzes finished-goods demand, production requirements, inventory levels, and plant capabilities to ensure customer needs are met and support efficient plant operations.

The Production Scheduler coordinates scheduling activities across production vessels, responds to changes in demand and production performance, and serves as a key liaison between the plant and corporate teams. This role also supports finished goods and raw materials inventory management and helps ensure accurate information in applicable planning and inventory systems.

LOCATION

Lock Haven, PA

Responsibilities

• Uphold and adhere to all corporate and plant Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures
• Develop, maintain, and communicate daily production schedules based on customer demand, inventory requirements, production capacity, and operational priorities
• Prepare and present the daily reactor schedule to appropriate plant personnel
• Serve as a liaison between the plant and corporate teams regarding production scheduling, priorities, constraints, and schedule changes
• Monitor actual production against the established schedule and adjust production plans as necessary to address delays, deviations, equipment availability, or changing operational conditions
• Respond to new, urgent, or changing customer requirements by adjusting production schedules as appropriate
• Communicate production schedule changes and their potential impacts to the appropriate plant and corporate stakeholders
• Utilize OMNIS manufacturing, inventory, and customer order management systems to support scheduling and inventory activities
• Coordinate with customers, corporate teams, vendors, other manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and distribution networks as required
• Support raw material planning and supply processes, including the OMNIS raw material requisitioning system
• Receive and process warehouse transfers in OMNIS
• Ensure Production and Warehouse teams have the appropriate labels for packaged finished goods
• Monitor and manage on-site finished goods inventory levels and coordinate replenishment as needed
• Assist with monitoring raw material inventory levels, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation
• Identify potential material, inventory, or production constraints that could affect the production schedule and communicate concerns to appropriate stakeholders
• Provide scheduling and inventory updates during daily plant meetings
• Provide backup support to the Materials Manager, Planner, and Production Manager as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent – Bachelor's degree preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of three years of experience in production planning, scheduling, ERP systems, or manufacturing operations, preferably in a chemical or manufacturing environment

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Experience with OMNIS manufacturing, inventory, and customer order management systems is a plus
• Working knowledge of plant equipment capabilities and production processes
• Experience with truck and rail transportation preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer systems

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Vacation Days
• Incidental/Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Development & Training

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.