Production Scheduler

LEAHY-IFP • New Lenox, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Scheduler is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating production activities to ensure the timely and efficient manufacture of our beverage products. This role involves close collaboration with planning, production, supply chain, quality control, and other departments to optimize production processes, minimize downtime, and meet customer demands. This position requires problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to production tasks to support uninterrupted production and product quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the beverage or food industry.
• Proficiency in production scheduling software (e.g., SAP, SAGE, Oracle, or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Redzone experience a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret production data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with cross- functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks.
• Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety.

Nice To Haves

• Redzone experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on corporate demand plan, inventory levels, and production capacities.
• Create and manage work orders in SAGE ERP system.
• Adjust schedules and work orders as needed to accommodate changes in demand or production issues.
• Ensure the availability of raw materials, packaging, and other necessary resources for scheduled production runs.
• Coordinate with supply chain, inventory and warehouse management teams to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Monitor production progress and workflow, addressing any delays or issues that arise.
• Communicate with production supervisors and operators to ensure smooth operations and adherence to schedules.
• Create a bulk tanker schedule based on each week’s production plan, coordinating with the Operations team on bulk storage availability.
• Order tankers as needed to support production.
• Analyze production data, including cycle times, equipment utilization, and output rates, to identify areas for improvement.
• Implement process enhancements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between planning, production, sales, and logistics teams.
• Provide regular updates on production status, potential delays, and any changes to schedules.
• Work closely with the quality control team to ensure that production schedules align with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Address any quality-related issues that impact production timelines.
• Generate and distribute production reports, including daily, weekly, and monthly summaries of production activities, performance metrics, and any deviations from planned schedules.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

Benefits

• Finlays Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law.
• Finlays employs individuals that are 18 years of age or older.
• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level