Strategic Workforce Scheduler - Manufacturing Ops

Perdue Farms; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms is hiring a Workforce Optimization Scheduler in Perry, GA to develop and manage labor schedules that align with production needs and equipment availability. You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Logistics, and HR to support workforce planning and monitor KPIs in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 2–3+ years in manufacturing operations or scheduling, and proficiency with UKG Scheduler and ERP/MRP systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 - 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, production planning, or workforce scheduling.
• Proficiency with UKG Scheduler or equivalent WFM system.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and long-term labor schedules aligned with production and supply requirements.
• Optimize workforce capacity by aligning staffing with real-time production needs and equipment availability.
• Maintain cross-functional alignment between Production, Supply, Maintenance, Logistics, and HR to support scheduling strategies.
• Manage UKG Advanced Scheduler components and integrate scheduling data with ERP/MRP platforms to generate accurate workforce assignments.
• Develop and analyze labor KPIs, workforce trends, and seasonal needs to support operational decision making.
• Ensure scheduling complies with USDA, OSHA, FDA, HACCP, and sanitation requirements while maintaining equitable overtime opportunities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

Job description

Perdue Farms is hiring a Workforce Optimization Scheduler in Perry, GA to develop and manage labor schedules that align with production needs and equipment availability. You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Logistics, and HR to support workforce planning and monitor KPIs in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 2–3+ years in manufacturing operations or scheduling, and proficiency with UKG Scheduler and ERP/MRP systems