Description

Job Summary:

The Production Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure efficient operations within a manufacturing and co-packing environment. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer demand, inventory levels, labor availability, and line capacity while meeting quality and delivery expectations.

Responsibilities of the Position:

Create and manage daily and weekly production schedules for manufacturing and co-packing lines
Coordinate with buyers, warehouse, and production teams to ensure materials and resources are available to meet client timelines
Adjust schedules in real time to accommodate changes such as rush orders, equipment downtime, or supply disruptions
Monitor production progress and communicate status updates, delays, and risks to stakeholders
Optimize line utilization, minimize downtime, and improve overall production efficiency
Collaborate with quality and operations teams to ensure compliance with product specifications and regulatory requirements
Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for continuous improvement
Support inventory management by collaborating with demand planners to align production plans with customer schedules and stock levels
Has the desire & skillset to thrive in a fast-packed, dynamically growing environment
Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

ERP software experience: Syteline or IFS experience is a plus.
Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills – Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
MRP experience is a plus
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
Strong organizational and time management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Production Management or equivalent.

Food Safety Responsibilities:

Attend all food safety training sessions (GMP, SQF, HACCP, Allergen, Food Facility Security, Preventing Foodborne Illness)
Participate in company GMP walks
Enforce company rules regarding food safety and monitoring

Working Conditions:

Ability to travel between facilities located in Elk Grove Village, IL and Bartlett, IL on a regular basis
Office setting and warehouse environment with temperature range of 55 – 80 degrees
This position may require the employee to work weekends or shifts other than their own to meet the needs of the business.

Physical Requirements:

Operate standard office equipment
Reach with hands and arms
Lift up to 25 pounds

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Production Scheduler (CoPackaging/CoManufacturing)