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:
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Create and manage daily and weekly production schedules for manufacturing and co-packing lines
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Coordinate with buyers, warehouse, and production teams to ensure materials and resources are available to meet client timelines
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Adjust schedules in real time to accommodate changes such as rush orders, equipment downtime, or supply disruptions
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Monitor production progress and communicate status updates, delays, and risks to stakeholders
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Optimize line utilization, minimize downtime, and improve overall production efficiency
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Collaborate with quality and operations teams to ensure compliance with product specifications and regulatory requirements
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Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for continuous improvement
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Support inventory management by collaborating with demand planners to align production plans with customer schedules and stock levels
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Has the desire & skillset to thrive in a fast-packed, dynamically growing environment
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Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
Requirements:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
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ERP software experience: Syteline or IFS experience is a plus.
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Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills – Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
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MRP experience is a plus
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High attention to detail and accuracy
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Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
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Strong organizational and time management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Production Management or equivalent.
Food Safety Responsibilities:
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Attend all food safety training sessions (GMP, SQF, HACCP, Allergen, Food Facility Security, Preventing Foodborne Illness)
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Participate in company GMP walks
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Enforce company rules regarding food safety and monitoring
Working Conditions:
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Ability to travel between facilities located in Elk Grove Village, IL and Bartlett, IL on a regular basis
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Office setting and warehouse environment with temperature range of 55 – 80 degrees
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This position may require the employee to work weekends or shifts other than their own to meet the needs of the business.
Physical Requirements:
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Operate standard office equipment
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Reach with hands and arms
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Lift up to 25 pounds
