Production Scheduler

Leoforce; South Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Leoforce in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop and maintain the master production schedule and translate plans into daily and weekly work orders. The role requires 1–3 years in production scheduling within nutraceutical/pharmaceutical manufacturing, plus strong Excel and Oracle ERP experience.

Bachelor’s preferred but not required. This onsite position offers cross-functional collaboration with plant leadership and a clear impact on on-time delivery and production

Qualifications

• Experience in production scheduling, planning or operations.
• Nutraceutical/pharmaceutical manufacturing experience required.
• Strong Excel and ERP skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule.
• Plan uptime, downtime, and maintenance activities.
• Sequence work orders to optimize efficiency and minimize changeovers.
• Translate plans into daily/weekly schedules.
• Monitor progress in real time and adjust schedules.

Skills

Production scheduling

Shop-floor coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Multiple priorities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred (not required)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle ERP

Job description

Production Scheduler

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule
• Plan machine uptime/downtime including maintenance and cleaning
• Sequence work orders to maximize efficiency and reduce changeovers
• Translate production plans into daily and weekly schedules
• Monitor production progress in real time and adjust schedules accordingly
• Meet regularly with production managers to review output and run rates
• Ensure timely preparation and distribution of Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR)
• Track schedule adherence and drive >95% on-time delivery performance
• Report performance metrics and elevate risks to leadership
• Align production schedules with material availability
• Maintain and publish supply chain shortage forecasts (2-3 months ahead)
• Support new product launch timelines and cross-functional coordination
• Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective scheduling actions
• Partner with plant leadership to set and adjust production goals

Qualifications (Needed)

• Bachelor's degree preferred (not required)
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or operations
• Experience in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or solid dose manufacturing required
• Strong background in manufacturing scheduling and shop-floor coordination
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• ERP experience required (Oracle preferred)
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with ability to work cross-functionally
• Experience working directly with production teams and leadership
• Proven ability to track performance metrics and meet deadlines

A bit about us:

Founded over two decades ago and based in Salt Lake City, UT, with additional capabilities supporting a growing national footprint, we are a fast-scaling manufacturing organization focused on delivering high-quality products in a highly regulated environment. Our team operates in a collaborative, production-driven setting where scheduling precision and operational execution directly impact customer satisfaction and business growth. We pride ourselves on building efficient systems, maintaining strong cross-functional alignment, and continuously improving our processes to support long-term success.

Why join us?

• 401(k) with Generous Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Collaborative Work Environment: Direct exposure to plant leadership and cross-functional teams
• High-Impact Role: Visibility into full production lifecycle and decision-making
• Stable Growth: $100M+ revenue company with expanding operations
• Onsite Role with Operational Visibility (Mon-Fri flexibility within production hours)