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Rise Baking

Production Scheduler

Rise Baking, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01609

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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.