Ferrara
Forest Park, IL — Production Scheduler
Overview In this highly interactive, team-based role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (3 days or more) is essential for effective communication, supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. What you will do Develop and maintain short-term production schedules that align with available resources including production lines, materials, and labor. Collaborate with production teams, factory leaders, and cross-functional partners to support cost reduction and optimal inventory levels. Utilize SAP to complete necessary production orders and manage scheduling and capacity planning to determine the optimal schedule for cost and service. Create a production plan within the detailed scheduling period by shift, considering capacity, labor, and materials while optimizing factory costs. Identify potential issues that may cause production disruptions and communicate them to leaders with recommended solutions. Update detailed schedules for the upcoming week to ensure assets are optimized (minimal changeover time) and orders across make and pack assets are linked. Update production orders in SAP to reflect changes; adjust completion dates daily to account for deviations between actual and planned production and communicate in-week adjustments requested by Supply Planning. Verify all components are available (in-network, at the factory, or in transit) to execute the weekly published production schedule. Coordinate consolidation of attainment and adherence comments with appropriate root-cause analysis. Inform Supply Planning of deviations due to unforeseen circumstances (asset breakdown, labor constraints, material shortages) and assess potential impacts to the schedule. Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance costs and efficiencies in manufacturing and planning processes. Schedule new product trials and interpret trial results for future production requirements. Schedule demands based on Production Plan requirements and Plant Capacity (daily, weekly, or monthly). Analyze data (materials availability, inventory levels, production rates, delivery timelines) and anticipate/resolve scheduling conflicts. Ensure accuracy in scheduling and documentation and track every detail of production to avoid bottlenecks. Communicate changes or delays to stakeholders clearly and promptly; work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, purchasing, quality control). Be able to work on a rotation. Skills that will make you successful High attention to detail Strong organizational and time management abilities Proficient at completing technical filings Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Strong communication and collaboration skills and the ability to interact with all levels within the factory Experiences that will support your success High School diploma or GED Minimum 2-3 years experience in a manufacturing environment Experience working in production scheduling, material handling, and/or supply chain management Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles and processes Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite SAP experience preferred What We Offer At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR Compensation The salary range for this position is $68,625 to $96,075 annually. Senioriry level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ferrara by 2x Get notified about new Production Scheduler jobs in Forest Park, IL.
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Overview In this highly interactive, team-based role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (3 days or more) is essential for effective communication, supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. What you will do Develop and maintain short-term production schedules that align with available resources including production lines, materials, and labor. Collaborate with production teams, factory leaders, and cross-functional partners to support cost reduction and optimal inventory levels. Utilize SAP to complete necessary production orders and manage scheduling and capacity planning to determine the optimal schedule for cost and service. Create a production plan within the detailed scheduling period by shift, considering capacity, labor, and materials while optimizing factory costs. Identify potential issues that may cause production disruptions and communicate them to leaders with recommended solutions. Update detailed schedules for the upcoming week to ensure assets are optimized (minimal changeover time) and orders across make and pack assets are linked. Update production orders in SAP to reflect changes; adjust completion dates daily to account for deviations between actual and planned production and communicate in-week adjustments requested by Supply Planning. Verify all components are available (in-network, at the factory, or in transit) to execute the weekly published production schedule. Coordinate consolidation of attainment and adherence comments with appropriate root-cause analysis. Inform Supply Planning of deviations due to unforeseen circumstances (asset breakdown, labor constraints, material shortages) and assess potential impacts to the schedule. Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance costs and efficiencies in manufacturing and planning processes. Schedule new product trials and interpret trial results for future production requirements. Schedule demands based on Production Plan requirements and Plant Capacity (daily, weekly, or monthly). Analyze data (materials availability, inventory levels, production rates, delivery timelines) and anticipate/resolve scheduling conflicts. Ensure accuracy in scheduling and documentation and track every detail of production to avoid bottlenecks. Communicate changes or delays to stakeholders clearly and promptly; work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, purchasing, quality control). Be able to work on a rotation. Skills that will make you successful High attention to detail Strong organizational and time management abilities Proficient at completing technical filings Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Strong communication and collaboration skills and the ability to interact with all levels within the factory Experiences that will support your success High School diploma or GED Minimum 2-3 years experience in a manufacturing environment Experience working in production scheduling, material handling, and/or supply chain management Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles and processes Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite SAP experience preferred What We Offer At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR Compensation The salary range for this position is $68,625 to $96,075 annually. Senioriry level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ferrara by 2x Get notified about new Production Scheduler jobs in Forest Park, IL.
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