Workforce Scheduling Specialist
About The Position
The Workforce Scheduling Specialist plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day labor planning and scheduling needs of our Operations. This position ensures that our teams are properly scheduled to meet production goals while maintaining compliance with timekeeping and labor standards. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring close coordination with Team Leads (TLs), Human Resources, Star Staffing, and various departments to align workforce plans with operational demands. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, production-savvy, and thrives in a dynamic environment where communication and adaptability are key.
Requirements
- 3+ years of production or manufacturing experience, preferably in food or agriculture.
- High school diploma/GED
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations to support labor and scheduling needs.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Flexibility to coordinate with multiple shifts and adapt to changing priorities.
Nice To Haves
- experience with timekeeping systems (e.g., Kronos, ADP)
- familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
Responsibilities
- Develop, adjust, and post employee schedules in alignment with production needs and labor standards.
- Partner with Team Leads, HR, and Star Staffing to address daily labor needs, call-offs, and coverage gaps.
- Coordinate coverage for LOAs, reassignments, ramp-ups, slowdowns, and shutdowns.
- Ensure accurate timekeeping, schedule adherence, and compliance with BDG wage and hour policies.
- Track and report overtime at DDS meetings and manage lunch/break schedules.
- Support recruiting by coordinating interviews and representing Operations in weekly calls.
- Facilitate mandatory training and partner with Safety/HR to maintain compliance with policies and POKA standards.
- Serve as a communication bridge across shifts, ensuring updates are shared and labor strategies are clear.
- Maintain floor presence to monitor real-time staffing needs and support operational continuity.
Benefits
- safe and collaborative team environment
- numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement
- employee wellness and fitness program
- robust benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
