Production Scheduler

HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION•Ephrata Township, PA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Scheduler develops and maintains production schedules to support customer demand, inventory requirements, and operational efficiency. The role works closely with Operations, Warehouse, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality teams to support timely production, inventory accuracy, and on-time order fulfillment. The position is located at the Spring Glen Plant in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, and is a day-shift role.

Requirements

Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of production planning, scheduling, inventory control, and capacity planning principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in production scheduling, planning, inventory control, or manufacturing operations.
Food manufacturing experience.
Experience with ERP, MRP, or production scheduling systems.
Understanding of food manufacturing, GMPs, and food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Adhere to GMP, food safety, quality, and OSHA requirements while performing essential job functions.
Develop, maintain, and adjust daily and weekly production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and production capacity.
Collaborate with Operations to create efficient, cost-effective production plans that meet customer requirements.
Monitor production progress and revise schedules to address inventory shortages, equipment issues, or changing priorities.
Communicate schedules, production priorities, and schedule changes to Operations, Warehouse, Sales, Customer Service, and other departments.
Review inventory levels and shipment reports to ensure inventory accuracy and support order fulfillment.
Coordinate with Warehouse personnel to identify and resolve material availability issues.
Work with Accounting and Customer Service to address customer-specific scheduling or order-related concerns.
Prepare and distribute production, inventory, and performance reports.
Identify scheduling challenges and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and customer service.
Assist with customer inquiries and complaint investigations related to production scheduling or product availability.
Maintain accurate scheduling records and production documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.