Production Scheduler (56773)

Mill Rock Packaging; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

PTO & company holidays

401(k) with employer match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Mill Rock Packaging is seeking a Production Scheduler to manage and optimize in-Salt Lake City operations. The role centers on creating and maintaining production schedules that meet customer demands while maximizing efficiency and throughput.

You will work closely with Supervisors, Maintenance, and Planning to align on-time manufacturing targets, use PrintFlow for performance tracking, and drive continuous improvements across production lines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years scheduling in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Thorough knowledge of litho printing, die-cutting, laminating and gluing preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office for documents and spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Confirm and communicate On-Time Manufacturing (OTM) dates to Coordinators and update promptly when changes occur.
• Rely on PrintFlow to manage scheduling, track performance, and align production goals.
• Sequence production schedules to meet customer commitments and maximize throughput.
• Distribute daily 24-hour production schedules to machines, Supervisors and Leads.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to adjust schedules while maintaining OTM targets.
• Coordinate machine downtime with Supervisors, Maintenance, and Planning teams.
• Lead daily production meetings to keep teams informed and aligned.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Microsoft Office

PrintFlow

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

PrintFlow

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00
Salary Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day

Get to know us

Mill Rock Packaging (MRP) is a growing U.S.-based packaging company and a market leader in designing, engineering, and producing high-end, sustainable, and customized graphic paperboard, folding carton, and commercial printing products. We serve customers across industries like food and beverage, technology, health and beauty, pharmaceuticals, and more.

What sets us apart?

• Lead with Safety – We put people first, always.
• Build Trust – We keep our promises and act with integrity.
• Innovate and Be Resilient – We embrace challenges and create solutions that raise the bar.
• Include and Collaborate – We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger.
• Raise the Bar – We strive for excellence in every detail.

If you’re looking for a place where these values aren’t just words but actions, you’ll feel right at home here. Curious? Learn more at http://www.millrockpackaging.com!

How you'll make an impact

As a Production Scheduler, you’ll be based in person at our Salt Lake City, UT facility and report to the Plant Manager. In this role, you’ll play a key part in planning and maintaining orderly production schedules to meet customer demands, maximize production efficiencies, and maximize throughput, ultimately helping us deliver exceptional packaging solutions that make a difference for our customers. Our Scheduler is the “hub” that keeps all team members aligned.

What you’ll do

Scheduling & Coordination

• Confirm and communicate On-Time Manufacturing (OTM) dates to Coordinators—and update them promptly when changes occur.
• You’ll rely heavily on PrintFlow to manage scheduling, track performance, and align production goals.
• Sequence production schedules to meet customer commitments, maximize efficiency, and boost throughput.
• Distribute daily 24-hour production schedules to machines, Supervisors, and Leads.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to adjust schedules based on changing conditions while maintaining OTM targets.
• Coordinate machine downtime with Supervisors, Maintenance, and Planning teams.

Issue Management & Escalation

• Escalate extended lead times for key accounts and value streams to management.
• Recommend solutions to reduce lead times and improve responsiveness.
• Provide contingency plans for production shortfalls or gains and communicate changes to relevant teams.
• Respond quickly to customer expedite requests and update Coordinators on any OTM changes.

Performance Monitoring

• Track actual production speeds (make-ready and run) versus estimates in PrintFlow.
• Aim to align estimated and actual performance as closely as possible.

Team Collaboration

• Work with production management to schedule overtime when needed to meet customer demands.
• Lead daily production meetings to keep teams informed and aligned.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Take proactive steps to prevent quality issues and contribute to solutions.
• Halt processing when quality problems are identified and verify resolution.
• Continuously evaluate processes and identify opportunities to improve the customer experience and internal systems.

Qualifications

What it takes to succeed:

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with scheduling in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Thorough knowledge of litho printing as well as die-cutting, laminating and gluing preferred.
• Skills in Microsoft Office, with the ability to create documents, manage spreadsheets, and handle email communications.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt to changing priorities.
• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Requirements

We value diverse experiences and perspectives—they help us innovate every day. While these qualifications are preferred, they’re not required:

• Experience in print, packaging or related manufacturing
• Experience with scheduling systems—especially PrintFlow

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our Culture: We’re stronger together. Safety comes first, and we believe our people, customers, and investors are the foundation of our success. Collaboration and respect drive everything we do.

Competitive Compensation

Your base pay will reflect factors like market location, experience, and skills. Many roles also include performance bonuses as part of the total compensation package.

Benefits That Matter

We offer a full range of benefits designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• …and more!

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the position's duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Mill Rock Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Recruiting Agencies: Mill Rock Packaging does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for any fees associated with them.