Production Scheduler

Sazerac Company•New Albany, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Production Scheduler, you will create and coordinate the Supply Plan with Plant Operations to execute production needs to meet customer demand. This role ensures appropriate amounts of inventory are held to meet customer service goals while minimizing carrying costs, improving production efficiencies, and meeting company goals, safety, and government compliance. The facility operates 24/7 and this role will work an alternative work schedule. This role focuses on shift production and driving capabilities through implementing sound manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of 2 years of related experience
Excellent oral & written communication skills, analytical and technical skills, planning and organizational skills
Experience in manufacturing software (ERP, MRP, MPS, WMS)

Nice To Haves

APICS Certification or Six Sigma Certification
Experience with System 21
Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry
Proven success leading process improvement initiatives
Developing query programs on AS400 or similar systems is highly desired.
Bilingual or multilingual language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Plan and maintain stable production schedules to support efficient plant operations and timely execution of work orders.
Partner with Bottling, Processing, and Materials teams to improve overall production efficiency and line performance.
Maintain accurate planning data across systems including Atlas, Sys21 ERP, and APS to ensure data integrity and reliable forecasting.
Coordinate with Commercial Operations and Customer Service to support order fill rates, on-time shipments, and inventory targets.
Lead production planning activities to balance inventory levels with customer service goals while minimizing carrying costs.
Support bottling operations by creating schedules that optimize line efficiency and operational performance.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within production planning, materials planning, and imported goods processes to deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Collaborate with Brand Managers, Sales, and Marketing on production plans and finished goods purchases for new products and brands.
Provide excellent customer service by ensuring finished goods availability aligns with customer ship date expectations.
Maintain compliance with all safety, food safety, quality, and environmental policies and practices.