Strategic Production Scheduler - SAP & Food Ops

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Clinton (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Clinton, NC is seeking a Production Scheduler to manage daily production plans, align schedules with the weekly supply plan, and optimize labor efficiency using SAP.

You will collaborate across functions, manage raw material availability, monitor inventory, and communicate clearly with production teams to drive on-time, high-quality product fulfillment. A Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience are required; meat or food industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher and 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Meat/food industry experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and forecasting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create daily production schedules from the weekly supply plan to meet product needs.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Technical Services, R&D, Supply Planning, and Business Management.
• Manage raw material availability, inventory, stock transfers, and finished goods.
• Communicate clearly with production teams to maintain efficient workflow and quality.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Order processing software

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Clinton, NC is seeking a Production Scheduler to manage daily production plans, align schedules with the weekly supply plan, and optimize labor efficiency using SAP.

You will collaborate across functions, manage raw material availability, monitor inventory, and communicate clearly with production teams to drive on-time, high-quality product fulfillment. A Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience are required; meat or food industry experience is a plus.