Production Scheduler

National Beverage Corp•Hayward, CA

12d

About The Position

Shasta Beverages is seeking a Production Scheduler to oversee production scheduling, procurement, and inventory management. The role ensures timely and cost-effective replenishment of finished goods in line with customer needs and planned inventory levels. The scheduler develops and monitors production schedules, coordinates with vendors, corporate personnel, and sales, manages inventory records and reconciliations, and orders materials needed for production.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in production scheduling.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft business applications and various reporting software.
Ability and willingness to work a flexible full-time schedule that may include weekends and holidays.
Fluent oral and written communication in English.
Excellent communication skills and telephone etiquette.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must pass a physical and drug exam.
Must provide own transportation to various locations in organizational service areas as required by duties.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common information, reports, and other documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or company representatives.
Ability to effectively present information to management.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, talk, hear, use hands to handle and turn, access files and office equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Some college.

Responsibilities

Determine production priorities by reviewing master production schedules six weeks out and customer requirements.
Produce weekly production schedules.
Organize schedules based on work-order specifications, current schedules, and the availability of equipment, materials, and employees.
Publish production schedules identifying products, equipment, sequence, and completion dates.
Monitor production by collecting production logs and comparing progress with the schedule.
Resolve scheduling problems by collecting and analyzing information and coordinating solutions.
Prepare reports by compiling and summarizing production and downtime data.
Work closely with outside vendors, corporate personnel, and the sales force.
Coordinate and ensure monthly and year-end inventory is taken, managed, reconciled, and entered into a database.
Contribute to team efforts by completing related tasks as needed.
Ensure fair, equitable, and respectful treatment of all employees.
Assist management with Material Complaint reports.
Order raw materials, packaging materials, pallets, concentrates, supplies, and other items needed to produce scheduled products.
Prepare and track Inventory Disposition Reports.
Perform journal entries and posting of inventory adjustments, stock transfers, inbound and outbound items, and production counts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.