Production Planner/Scheduler

Utz Brands, Inc.•Hanover, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Utz Quality Foods, we’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Production Scheduler to join our team in Hanover, PA. This role plays a critical part in balancing customer demand, inventory targets, and plant capacity to keep production running efficiently while minimizing stock-outs, excess inventory, and downtime. The Production Scheduler serves as a key connection point between Manufacturing, Purchasing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure schedules, materials, and inventory data stay aligned in a fast-paced production environment. This position requires strong decision-making, organization, and communication skills, along with the ability to adapt quickly to changing production priorities and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
Experience in production scheduling, manufacturing planning, inventory control, or related field preferred
Hands-on experience using ERP systems and production scheduling tools
Experience working cross-functionally with Operations, Purchasing, and Finance teams
Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to prioritize and adapt quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail with a high level of ownership and accountability
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery capabilities, and production setups preferred
Familiarity with product specifications such as weights, pricing, case packs, and UPCs is a plus
Experience with inventory analysis, forecasting, or production reporting preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Ability to work independently while contributing within a collaborative team environment

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with product specifications such as weights, pricing, case packs, and UPCs is a plus

Responsibilities

Plan weekly production schedules based on sales trends, inventory levels, promotions, maintenance schedules, sanitation, and plant capacity
Analyze inventory and demand data to maintain adequate inventory levels while minimizing overproduction
Monitor schedule attainment and adjust production priorities based on operational changes and customer demand
Review daily inventories and adjust production schedules as needed to meet operational demands
Generate and distribute daily manufacturing schedules for production lines
Partner with Manufacturing and Finance teams to resolve ERP discrepancies, close production runs, and address inventory variances
Maintain accurate ERP and production data to support inventory accuracy and operational reporting
Support monthly inventory processes and help investigate and resolve inventory issues
Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are available to support production schedules
Collaborate with plant leadership to balance service levels, production efficiency, and inventory performance
Communicate production updates, schedule changes, new items, discontinued items, and seasonal production needs with cross-functional teams
Participate in planning meetings related to promotions, new products, production changes, and ERP initiatives
Respond to daily production reporting and provide updates on SKU performance and production status
Support continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling efficiency and inventory management