Description
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&OP 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain roles
- Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and multi-site scheduling
- Analytical mindset and excellent communication skills
- Willingness to travel to manufacturing facilities as needed
- APICS/ASCM certification, such as CPIM or 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
What We Do
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