Production Scheduler

Position Title: Production Scheduler

Location: Phoenix, AZ (On-site)

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Summary

This role is with a dynamic and growing organization within the

food manufacturing sector that specializes in high-volume production and

quality-driven distribution. They are seeking a meticulous Production Scheduler

to lead the development and maintenance of detailed production schedules. The

successful candidate will ensure the efficient use of labor, ingredients,

packaging materials, and processing equipment. This position is critical in

balancing customer demand, food safety requirements, and inventory constraints

to meet delivery goals while supporting overall regulatory compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited

to:

• Schedule
  
  Management:
  
  Create and manage daily and weekly production schedules based on purchase
  
  order demand and facility capacity.
• Operational
  
  Efficiency:
  
  Sequence production runs to reduce changeover time, minimize allergen
  
  cross-contact risks, and maximize equipment throughput.
• Real-Time
  
  Adaptation:
  
  Adjust schedules dynamically based on plant conditions, including
  
  equipment downtime, ingredient shortages, or quality holds.
• Inventory
  
  Oversight:
  
  Monitor ingredient lead times, expiration dates, and FIFO (First-In,
  
  First-Out) usage to prevent spoilage and minimize waste.
• Cross-Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with inventory control to maintain optimal levels for just-in-time
  
  production and ensure total regulatory traceability.
• Internal Liaison: Act as the
  
  primary point of contact for operations regarding schedule status and
  
  priorities; they will work closely with production supervisors to confirm
  
  feasibility regarding labor or equipment constraints.
• Communication: Proactively
  
  communicate all schedule updates and changes to the production,
  
  procurement, quality, and logistics teams.

Qualifications

• Industry
  
  Expertise:
  
  Proven background in managing diverse or high-volume food production
  
  operations (e.g., ready-to-eat, bakery, dairy, meat, beverages, or
  
  ingredient manufacturing).
• Technical
  
  Proficiency:
  
  Ability to maintain rigorous production data within ERP/MRP systems,
  
  specifically regarding process orders and batch records.
• Regulatory
  
  Knowledge:
  
  Strong familiarity with food quality systems, including a solid
  
  understanding of HACCP, GMPs, allergen control, and sanitation
  
  requirements.
• Analytical Skills: High-level
  
  competency in Excel and data analysis to drive informed scheduling
  
  decisions.

Required

• 2-5 years of
  
  professional production planning or scheduling experience, specifically
  
  within the food or beverage manufacturing industry.
• Direct experience
  
  working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Demonstrated
  
  problem-solving skills and the ability to manage time effectively in a
  
  fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Bilingual
  
  proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Bachelor's degree
  
  in Supply Chain, Operations, Food Science, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in
  
  "Just-In-Time" (JIT) manufacturing environments.
• Advanced
  
  certification in Production and Inventory Management (e.g., CPIM).