Production Scheduler

Bob's Red Mill; Milwaukie (OR); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k

ESOP

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc. is seeking a Production Scheduler to manage a two-week production plan for the Mill Room and Packaging teams.

This full-time role, based in a hybrid Portland, OR setting, collaborates with Supply Chain, Operations and Customer Service to optimize scheduling and meet customer needs. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of ERP-based scheduling experience, strong data analysis, and proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in production scheduling using an ERP or related experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Any combination of education and experience that yields needed skills

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a two-week production schedule for Mill Room and Packaging
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Operations and Customer Service to prioritize production
• Issue and track work orders and monitor progress
• Sequence work based on due dates, material availability and capacity
• Communicate scheduling updates to leadership and cross-functional teams
• Ensure plans maintain appropriate levels of BRM manufactured products
• Adhere to FDA, SQF and GMP guidelines
• Support improvements to increase efficiency and product maximization

Skills

Scheduling knowledge

ERP systems

Data analysis

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Production Scheduler

Department: Planning

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: World Headquarters

Compensation: $27.63 - $30.53 / hour

Description

Department: Planning

Location: Hybrid - Portland, OR

Shift: Day, Monday - Friday; Full-Time

Wage: $27.63 - 30.53/Hr. based on experience

Company Overview: At Bob’s Red Mill, we inspire joy with wholesome foods. Since 1978, we have been leading the natural foods industry by providing our customers with good food that makes them feel great. Wholesome means ensuring our food is of the highest quality, empowering and supporting our diverse group of employee owners, respecting our planet, and bettering our communities. We believe that joy is for everyone.

Position Overview: The Production Scheduler is responsible for creating and maintaining a two-week product production schedule and cycle order creation for the Mill Room and Packaging departments to meet customer and inventory needs. This position collaborates with Supply Chain, Operations, and Customer Service to inform the scheduling and prioritization of product production.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Minimizes production line changeovers by combining like item production runs through long range planning.
• Issues and tracks work orders, assesses production progress, reviews work schedules and tracks late production orders.
• Sequences work based on due dates, material availability, machine capacity, and priorities.
• Reviews the production plan to ensure adequate levels are maintained on BRM manufactured products and updates the schedule as needed.
• Escalates scheduling issues to leadership in a timely manner in order to maintain efficiencies.
• Uses tools provided to track and prevent potential customer shortages to maintain fill rate targets.
• Maintains constant communication with Operations supervisors to maintain the production plan and inform production planning updates as needed.
• Works closely with departments such as Purchasing, Sales, and Customer Service, responding to cross-functional partner interests and queries.
• Participates in stand-up meetings with Supply Chain and Operations to communicate process changes, updates, goals, and product shortages.
• Reviews planning processes and suggests improvements to increase product maximization and efficiency.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and operates all equipment in a safe and food-safe manner.
• Complies with Bob’s Red Mill food safety policies and procedures including adherence to FDA regulations, Safe Quality Food (SQF) Standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for reporting food safety and quality concerns to Supervisors and/or Department Manager.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.
• This position reports to the Production Planning Manager.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled in using ERP and supporting software.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Ability to learn and understand production schedules.
• Skilled in organization and planning with exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of theories and functions of supply chain.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple needs and priorities.
• Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changes, problems, and shifting priorities.
• Skilled in using Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Understands continuous improvement processes.
• Possesses effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate information in English.
• Demonstrates Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, and Determination.
• Ability to work in an environment where exposure to potential food allergens is or may be present.

Education and Experience:

• 2 or more years experience in production scheduling utilizing an ERP, or related experience, AND
• High school diploma or equivalent; OR
• Any combination of education and additional years of experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to perform assigned tasks.

Physical Demands:

• Position requires the ability to sit for up to 2 hours at a time.

Work Environment:

• The primary work environment for this position is within an office setting. There are no adverse conditions associated with this position.
• Remote work may be available as an option.
• Employees will be exposed to common food allergens.

Benefits

We believe taking care of our community starts with giving our employee owners the resources to take care of their physical, mental, financial, and future well-being by offering a leading benefits package.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal issue support, financial guidance, and more.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Childcare Discounts
• And MORE!

Purpose: To inspire joy with wholesome foods.

Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Determination