Production Scheduler - 1st Shift

West Liberty Foods, L.L.C.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance Program

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

West Liberty Foods is seeking a Production Scheduler to maximize plant utilization through efficient scheduling, inventory and shelf-life management. The role coordinates material flow between plants and departments to meet constraints, priorities and customer needs.

You will requisition materials, enter work orders and align schedules with production constraints, while supporting continuous improvement in scheduling and production flow.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a scheduling role.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorships.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background check, physical and E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Review, adjust and create production plans to meet constraints and customer priorities.
• Requisition materials according to production schedules and lead times.
• Communicate daily and weekly production priorities and schedule changes.
• Identify and implement scheduling improvements to production flow.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Food safety HACCP

Data entry / computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Job description

Our mission is to be a leading food manufacturer by converting needs, ideas and expertise into value for our members, business partners and consumers.

West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. We are The Surprisingly Big Company®, and we’re right in your backyard.

Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team that becomes family!

Opportunity Overview

Information

Job Title

Production Scheduler

Location

Shift

1st

Annual Salary Range

$64,729 - $85,000 depending on experience

Shift Premium

None

Job Summary

The Production Scheduler is responsible for ensuring maximum plant utilization through efficient production scheduling, inventory management and shelf life management. Positions are held for both raw and cooked facilities to coordinate the flow of materials and finished goods between plants and/or departments according to production constraints/variability, shipping constraints/variability, and/or customer priorities. Responsibilities also include requisitioning materials, entering work orders for production to complete the schedules requested and plant assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze and adjust current production plans and change as necessary to fulfill external and internal customer requirements taking into account operational constraints such as material availability, labor capacity and department constraints.
• Create future production plans by forecasting customer needs outside of firmed order placement timeframes.
• Requisition materials according to production schedules taking into account customer lead times, shipping constraints, and warehouse availability.
• Adjust raw material requisitions as production plans change and/or changes occur in the process.
• Communicate daily and weekly production priorities and schedule changes.
• Recommend continuous improvement to scheduling process and production flow.
• Other duties as assigned.

Location(s)

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in a scheduling role.
• Skills: Ability to problem solve. Must be able to work with other departments and follow all food safety guidelines and HACCP requirements. Must have computer skills to communicate and process data.
• Age: Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorships are available.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent is preferred.
• Flexibility & Mindset: Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed. Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Candidates should bring a continuous improvement state of mind, adaptability to daily changes, and a collaborative approach to establishing harmonious working relationships.
• Compliance: Must practice good personal hygiene. Candidates must successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen, physical and E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible.

The following benefits are available:

• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. West Liberty Foods is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Mindy Heick, Director of Human Resources, at [e-mail].