Production Scheduler

ASAHI BEER USA INC • Waunakee, WI

32d • Onsite

About The Position

ASAHI BEER USA | OCTOPI BREWING is seeking a Production Scheduler to be the 'Behind-the-Scenes Brain' keeping their beer production on schedule. Founded in 2014 as a Wisconsin contract brewery, Octopi Brewing has grown significantly and was acquired by Asahi in 2024. The company operates a state-of-the-art facility with a team of over 250 professionals. The Supply Chain team is crucial for the smooth operation of the entire business, from raw materials to finished products. As Octopi scales production for Asahi Super Dry and continues to serve contract clients, this role is central to ensuring all departments, including cellar, packaging, procurement, and client-facing teams, operate in sync. This is a high-visibility role offering significant ownership and direct interaction with contract clients, providing an excellent opportunity to grow supply chain expertise within the brewing industry.

Requirements

• 2+ years of production scheduling/planning experience in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent experience
• Strong Excel skills, with experience using ERP, MRP, or production scheduling systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree related to supply chain
• Experience in beverage, food, CPG, contract manufacturing, or brewery operations

Responsibilities

• Build and adjust master production schedules based on demand, forecasts, and inventory targets
• Coordinate across cellar, packaging, procurement, and client teams to keep production running efficiently
• Plan weekly yeast pitches, manage yeast generations, and keep ordering on track
• Jump in with solutions when production hits a snag — equipment issues, packaging delays, last-minute changes
• Keep stakeholders across departments in the loop on schedule changes and priorities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage — effective the 1st of the month after 30 days
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match — 100% up to 3%, 50% on the next 2%
• 120 hours of PTO annually, plus 9 paid holidays
• A free beer after shift

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree