Production Scheduler, Production Scheduler
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Purpose
Use the principles of OPEX to schedule all factory activity across a 1 to 4-week window.
Key Responsibilities & Measures of Success
Leadership
* Ensure safety by scheduling activities that permit safe manufacture for all site teams.
People
* Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders such as Planning, Operations, Engineering, Technical, OPEX, R&D on risks, issues, and key changes to deliver optimized customer service at the lowest cost.
Key Deliverables
* Schedule site activities to meet customer service level targets.
* Optimize product sequences, volumes, allergen sequences, maintenance windows, training, and new product trials to improve business performance.
* Plan site labor requirements alongside Operations teams to deliver production plans.
* Create and improve production sequences to optimize delivery at the lowest cost.
* Build strong relationships with Operations and supply chain contacts to solve problems and optimize product flow.
Standard Work & Problem Solving
* Document planning standards and confirm daily standard work.
* Create and maintain master performance data for all SKUs and processes.
* Identify problem areas and set targets for planning improvements.
* Use data analysis to identify problems and guide decisions.
* Optimize planning systems for effective scheduling and material call-offs.
* Identify and address recurring problems with Operations to find root causes and solutions.
Skills & Knowledge
* Experience in FMCG industry, especially in planning or scheduling roles.
* Understanding of OPEX and its application in production scheduling.
* Experience with production planning and scheduling systems.
* Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Advanced Excel skills.
* Working knowledge of SAP, Innova, or similar systems.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
This job is active and accepting applications.
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