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Alcopeland

Master Production Scheduler

Alcopeland, Covington, Louisiana, United States, 70435

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Diversified Foods and Seasonings is seeking a

Master Production Scheduler

to lead integrated production planning across multiple manufacturing facilities. This critical role ensures alignment between customer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability, and inventory objectives. What You’ll Do

Develop and maintain short- and mid-term master production schedules for multiple sites. Translate demand forecasts and customer orders into executable production plans. Optimize inventory levels (FG, WIP, E&O) while balancing service and cost objectives. Identify capacity constraints and mitigate risks related to materials, labor, and equipment. Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Operations, Sales, Quality, and Finance. Support S&O processes with data-driven insights and scenario planning. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or CI tools. What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain roles. Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and multi-site scheduling. Analytical mindset with excellent communication skills. Willingness to travel to manufacturing facilities as needed. Preferred Qualifications

APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) or similar. Experience in FDA-regulated, HACCP-driven environments. Background in food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing. Lean/Six Sigma experience and advanced Excel skills.

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