Production Scheduler

Rise Baking Company
Worcester, MA
Job Purpose

Manage the production line schedules & supply plan in a manner that meets and complies with all company policies and metrics.

Essential Functions

  • Develop and maintain supply plan & production schedules using SAP ERP system
  • Adjust schedules as needed, due to changes in customer demand/need or production requirements
  • Analyze and adjust inventory targets based on forecasted demand and available capacity
  • Ensure the supply plan & production schedule are aligned to overall inventory targets
  • Create necessary reports, procedures, and documentation to create sustainable, effective processes and results
  • Work in cooperation with leads, supervisors, and other support staff to meet daily production requirements
  • Communicate across multiple support functions to resolve issues impacting schedules
  • Provide a focal point for information flow from the production floor, quality, customer service, and functional managers; advise management of work in progress
  • Coordinate with purchasing staff and customer service to resolve issues regarding shortages, schedule changes, paperwork, system corrections, and short-range recovery planning
  • Develop and maintain metrics, activities, and trends for management review
  • Participate in continuous improvement Lean initiatives eliminating unnecessary processes
  • Develop value-added metrics to support continuous improvement
  • Address significant production issues/questions during non-working hours as needed to support the facility
  • Provide backup for other production schedulers during vacations, sick days, etc.
  • Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field or 2+ years of supply chain/production scheduling/demand planning/production experience
  • Food and beverage industry experience beneficial
  • Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
  • APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) beneficial
  • Strong knowledge and working experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word)
  • Ability to gain in-depth knowledge of company products, parts, production operations, and customer requirements
  • Flexible with the ability to respond as needed to changes in business
  • Solid understanding of supply chain management, planning, material requirements, and familiarity with production scheduling
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, track, coordinate, and expedite activities to meet scheduling expectations
  • Ability to interpret data charts, trends, and goal setting measurements
  • Ability to perform root cause analysis for process improvement
  • Proven strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to build consensus and move team to improvement
  • Proficient reading, writing, oral communication, and comprehension in English language
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively within an organization and collaborate with internal and external clients to determine requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of product

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $70,000 to $95,000 annually. Pay is based upon several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Rise Baking Company complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your annual salary, Rise Baking Company offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus eligibility, incentive and recognition programs and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). At Rise Baking Company, our people are our finest ingredient.
Posted 2025-09-29

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