We are Frymaster! We design, manufacture and supply high-performance conveyor ovens for high-volume operations for the global commercial foodservice market. We empower you to grow with us. We recognize you and reward you. We win together as one team.
The Planner/Scheduler sits at the center of everything that happens on our plant floor. This role owns the full flow of parts and schedules — sizing the parts we manufacture so we never run short or build excess, managing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) as designs evolve (substituting parts, using up existing inventory, and scheduling new parts to seamlessly take over for parts being replaced), evaluating warranty and customer returns through our rework process to determine reuse potential, and scheduling our assembly lines to hit customer-requested ship dates. Our department is one of the most dynamic and fast-moving in the company right now: we are actively modernizing our planning tools, our data, and our processes, and this role is central to that transformation. This position works cross-functionally with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Shipping to meet customer demand while optimizing inventory levels, capacity utilization, and on-time delivery performance.
Reporting directly to the Team Lead/Master Scheduler, this position is based in Shreveport, LA.
This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work and reside in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin or Wyoming. Due to payroll, tax, and employment law requirements, applicants must be located in one of these states at the time of hire.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITY:
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Analyze demand, capacity, and material availability to ensure feasible production plans
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Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components
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Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize workflow and reduce bottlenecks
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Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes
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Size parts using statistically sound inventory methods to prevent shortages while avoiding excess and obsolete inventory
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Manage the planning and scheduling impact of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), including part substitutions, use-up strategies, and seamless cutover scheduling for replaced parts
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Evaluate parts returned from the field through warranty and customer returns to determine rework, reuse, or disposition
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Schedule assembly lines to align production with customer-requested ship dates
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Champion and help drive change as the department modernizes its planning tools and processes
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Provide liaison between Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Shipping
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and inventory targets
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Monitor shop floor progress and adjust schedules to respond to production disruptions or priority changes
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Track key metrics such as on-time delivery, schedule adherence, inventory levels, and capacity utilization
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Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems
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Manage the ECN process for the department — coordinating part substitutions, using up existing inventory, and scheduling new parts to seamlessly take over for parts being phased out
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Review parts returned from the field (warranty and customer returns) through the rework process and determine whether they can be reworked or repurposed into other assemblies
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Apply statistical sizing methods (e.g., periodic order-up-to, safety stock) to set min/max and reorder levels that prevent shortages without creating excess inventory
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Schedule assembly lines to meet customer-requested ship dates, and communicate part and pick requirements clearly to the picking team to ensure on-time delivery to the line
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Assist in S&OP or demand planning processes
Education & Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
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2–5 years of experience in manufacturing planning or scheduling
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Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
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Familiarity with capacity planning and forecasting
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Experience with ECN processes, MRP/parts planning, or rework and returns evaluation is a plus
Skills & Abilities:
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Experience with ERP/MRP systems
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
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Strong communication skills
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Excellent cross-functional communication skills; comfortable working with Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Shipping
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Embraces change and continuous improvement; eager to help modernize department tools and processes
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Interacts effectively with all levels of management and staff
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Must be able to stand/walk on a concrete floor or sit for extended periods
Key Competencies:
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Attention to detail
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Time management
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Data analysis and decision making
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Cross-functional collaboration
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Adaptability
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Comfort operating in a fast-changing, modernizing environment
OUR BENEFITS:
We believe that our people our one of our most valuable assets. That’s why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:
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Competitive Wage
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Healthcare (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- 401(k) Savings Plan
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Wellness Program
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Supplemental Health Plans
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Employee Assistance Program
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Training and Development
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Tuition Assistance
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Holiday Pay Opportunities
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Employee Discounts
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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On-the-Job Training & Skills Development
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Basic Life Insurance
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Leave Program
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Employee Events & More
Frymaster, a Welbilt brand, creates award-winning, innovative, commercial fryers that are taking frying technology to a new level. We’ve taken the guesswork out of oil management for crews and operators. Our fryers walk crews through step-by-step processes to filter the oil simply and safely to extend oil life and increase profitability. Everybody wins with Frymaster fryers. The Frymaster facility in Shreveport, LA is a division of Ali Group.
For more information about Frymaster, visit www.frymaster.com. To explore more Career opportunities at Welbilt, visit www.welbilt.us/Careers.com
Welbilt, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business need.
