Production Scheduling Supervisor

Job Overview

The Production Scheduling Supervisor leads the product scheduling team to build optimum production schedules for the Plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Leads the production scheduling process, scheduling production orders to packaging lines to optimize efficiency & cost, while maximizing service levels.
• Coordinates Finished Goods inventory coverage between plants. 
• Aligns planned production with Supply Chain priorities and communicates, as appropriate, to the local team.
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of Production and Quality constraints critical to product sequencing and operational efficiency.
• Develops and monitors Scheduling KPIs that will track and trend the scheduling process.
• Initiates formal Problem-Solving and Improvement activities to generate and sustain KPI improvements.
• Works collaboratively with Supply Chain and Operations to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement in scheduling function.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders [Supply Chain, Sales, Sales Operations, etc.] to coordinate special requests, updates and order changes.
• Performs daily system functions as assigned or requested.
• Communicates effectively, providing Plant-based team members and Supply Chain with scheduling priorities and updates.
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible in changes and crisis. 
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies & procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures out lined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years production or production scheduling experience.
• Minimum of 1 year experience leading people or projects.
• Understanding the operational KPI for materials and production management.
• Analytical, reporting, problem solving and continuous improvement experience.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
• Advanced Microsoft office computer skills.
• SAP experience (or similar ERP system).
• Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution. 
• 3 or more years leadership experience in a manufacturing/production environment. 

Working Conditions

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