Production Scheduler

Flagstone Foods; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

HSA

401(k) with company match

Life and disability coverage

Job summary

Flagstone Foods is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop and manage short-term production schedules that balance customer demand, material availability, labor, and capacity. This role collaborates with Production, Materials Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure on-time delivery and optimal inventory.

The ideal candidate has a BS or BA in business or technical field or equivalent scheduling experience, SAP experience, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Business or Technical Field or 2 years minimum scheduling/production experience.
• Experience with ERP SAP software preferred.
• CPIM certification and Lean/TOC/Six Sigma certifications are a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Ability to learn product lines and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily production schedules within SAP.
• Coordinate with Production, Materials Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, and Maintenance.
• Balance customer demand with material availability, labor, and capacity.
• Monitor schedule adherence and implement recovery plans.
• Support Lean initiatives and continuous improvement.

Skills

SAP experience

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

BS/BA in Business or Technical Field

CPIM certification helpful

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Excel

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Production Scheduler

Flagstone Foods:

At Flagstone Foods, we believe appreciation grows goodness. It shows every day in how we work —by looking out for one another, taking pride in what we produce, and doing the job right.

We’re one of North America’s largest manufacturers of snack nuts, trail mixes, and dried fruits, with plants in Robersonville, NC and El Paso, TX. Our teams keep our lines running, our food safe, and our quality high.

We’re growing and adding to our team. We’re looking for reliable, dedicated people who value teamwork, safety, and consistency.If you want work you can take pride in, a supportive team, and a company that respects the people on the floor, you may find your home at Flagstone Foods.

POSITION: Production Scheduler

REPORTS TO: Supply Chain Manager

The Detailed Scheduler is responsible for developing and managing short-term production schedules that align customer demand, material availability, labor, and manufacturing capacity. This role works closely with Production, Materials Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, and Maintenance teams to ensure efficient execution of the production plan, maximize schedule attainment, and support on-time customer delivery while optimizing inventory.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain daily production schedules within SAP.
• Ensure planning master data, production versions, resources, and scheduling parameters support accurate scheduling.
• Convert production requirements into optimized manufacturing sequences that maximize line utilization and minimize changeovers.
• Schedule both finished goods and work-in-process (WIP) requirements to support customer demand and inventory objectives.
• Ensure transactional accuracy to support effective MRP and production planning activities.
• Monitor schedule adherence and production attainment, identifying gaps and implementing recovery plans.
• Perform finite scheduling activities considering labor availability, equipment constraints, production rates, and material availability.
• Ensure the production schedule is aligned to overall inventory and service targets
• Collaborate with Materials Planners to ensure material availability and proactively address shortages.
• Partner with Procurement, Warehouse, and Manufacturing teams to resolve supply disruptions and scheduling constraints.
• Manage schedule impacts associated with customer demand changes, equipment downtime, labor limitations, and inventory variances.
• Facilitate daily communication between Production, Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams.
• Escalate critical supply or capacity risks and recommend mitigation plans.
• Track and support metrics, activities, and trends for management review.
• Participate in continuous improvement Lean initiatives eliminating unnecessary processes.
• Address significant production issues/questions during non-working hours as needed to support the facility running.
• Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Education/Experience)

• BS or BA in Business or Technical Field or 2 years minimum supply chain/production scheduling/demand planning/production experience.
• Food and Beverage industry experience beneficial.
• Demonstrated proficiency with an Enterprise Resource Planning System for manufacturing; experience working with ERP SAP software preferred.
• Continuous improvement and Lean/TOC/Six Sigma certifications and experience preferred.
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) helpful.
• Strong knowledge and working experience with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word).
• Ability to gain in-depth knowledge of company products, parts, production operations, and customer requirements.
• Ability to be flexible and respond as needed to change in business.
• Solid understanding of supply chain management, planning, material requirements and familiarity with production scheduling.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, track, coordinate, and expedite activities to meet scheduling expectations.
• Ability to interpret data charts, trends, and goal setting measurement.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described within the Essential Functions section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job. Other duties or tasks may be assigned as required. Management may modify, change, or add to the duties of this description at any time without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Communicate with others both verbally and in writing.
• Be independently mobile.
• Use a computer and keyboard.
• Regularly sit, stand, walk, reach, stretch, stoop, bend, for extended periods.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
• Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection.

FLSA Designation: This position is Exempt and is not eligible for overtime.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

At Flagstone Foods, we take care of our team. You’ll have access to medical, dental, and HSA options, a 401(k) plan with company match, and company-paid life and disability coverage. Benefits begin on the first of the month after 60 days of employment, giving you peace of mind while you focus on the work you take pride in. Participation in Flagstone Foods’ benefits programs is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.