Production Scheduler

Sysco•Dallas, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The production supervisor is responsible for planning, scheduling, and directing production operations at the facility to meet or exceed productivity, safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals, while ensuring the department operates according to established company policies and procedures. The role oversees production and material-handling activities and associates, manages staffing and work assignments, and supports employee performance, development, and engagement. It also monitors inventory and production documentation, supports lean-principle implementation, and works with the safety department to maintain a safe work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent degree, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; present information and instructions; and respond to questions from management and interdepartmental staff.
Ability to work proactively and constructively with peers and associates in other departments.
Ability to lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to train department staff on procedures, safety, conduct, and related topics.
Ability to apply policies consistently, objectively, and in a timely manner.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines and adjust priorities as needed.
Problem-solving skills, including gathering and analyzing information, identifying problems promptly, developing alternatives and corrective or preventive actions, and making decisions.
Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to learn and use warehouse management systems and related technology.
Valid state driver's license and proof of liability coverage meeting company standards.

Responsibilities

Direct, coordinate, and monitor daily activities and performance of production and material-handling associates to support productivity, quality, customer service, and compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
Manage employee performance through motivation, delegation, development, mentoring, and conflict resolution.
Take timely corrective action in accordance with company policy.
Conduct department or pre-shift meetings to communicate policy and procedure changes, address concerns, and encourage employee engagement and improvement suggestions.
Participate in staff selection, performance and compensation evaluations, corrective action, and terminations as necessary.
Evaluate business demand, prioritize work, and distribute daily assignments.
Establish line assignments and staffing according to line priorities.
Determine and monitor work-station assignments and rotation, associate breaks, and required overtime.
Meet production, quality, and cost objectives.
Monitor and maintain inventory in material-handling and production areas using a warehouse management system.
Review and record production documentation.
Participate in implementing and rolling out lean principles using 5S, Kaizen, and Kanban methods and tools.
Maintain a safe work environment by directing safety training and generating and reviewing standard operating procedures.
Coordinate with the safety department on training, associate observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause determinations, and routine safety inspections.