Production Scheduler

Rise Baking Company; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading baking company in Worcester, Massachusetts, is seeking a Production Scheduler to manage production line schedules and supply plans. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of experience in supply chain or production scheduling, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in ERP systems like SAP. This position offers a salary range of $70,000 to $95,000 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual bonus eligibility

401k contributions

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supply chain/production scheduling/demand planning experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems, particularly SAP.
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage production line schedules and supply plans.
• Analyze and adjust inventory targets based on forecasted demand.
• Develop reports and documentation for sustainable processes.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Production Scheduling

Analytical Skills

ERP Systems (SAP)

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Purpose: Manage the production line schedules & supply plan in a manner that meets and complies with all company policies and metrics.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain supply plan & production schedules using SAP ERP system
• Adjust schedules as needed, due to changes in customer demand/need or production requirements
• Analyze and adjust inventory targets based on forecasted demand and available capacity
• Ensure the supply plan & production schedule are aligned to overall inventory targets
• Create necessary reports, procedures, and documentation to create sustainable, effective processes and results
• Work in cooperation with leads, supervisors, and other support staff to meet daily production requirements
• Communicate across multiple support functions to resolve issues impacting schedules
• Provide a focal point for information flow from the production floor, quality, customer service, and functional managers; advise management of work in progress
• Coordinate with purchasing staff and customer service to resolve issues regarding shortages, schedule changes, paperwork, system corrections, and short-range recovery planning
• Develop and maintain metrics, activities, and trends for management review
• Participate in continuous improvement Lean initiatives eliminating unnecessary processes
• Develop value-added metrics to support continuous improvement
• Address significant production issues/questions during non-working hours as needed to support the facility
• Provide backup for other production schedulers during vacations, sick days, etc.
• Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field or 2+ years of supply chain/production scheduling/demand planning/production experience
• Food and beverage industry experience beneficial
• Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) beneficial
• Strong knowledge and working experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word)
• Ability to gain in-depth knowledge of company products, parts, production operations, and customer requirements
• Flexible with the ability to respond as needed to changes 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 measurements
• Ability to perform root cause analysis for process improvement
• Proven strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to build consensus and move team to improvement
• Proficient reading, writing, oral communication, and comprehension in English language
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively within an organization and collaborate with internal and external clients to determine requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of product

Rise Baking Company is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. The salary range for this role is $70,000 to $95,000 annually. Pay is based upon several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your annual salary, Rise Baking Company offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus eligibility, incentive and recognition programs and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).