Production Scheduler

Position Summary

The Production Planner & Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing daily and weekly production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role balances customer demand, material availability, labor, and equipment capacity to ensure on-time production and efficient operations.

This position works directly with the production floor to monitor execution, adjust schedules in real time, and minimize downtime. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 and thrives in a live production setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
• Translate sales orders, forecasts, and inventory demand into executable production plans
• Sequence production to minimize changeovers, maximize throughput, and optimize labor utilization
• Monitor capacity, labor availability, and material constraints to maintain achievable schedules
• Track planned vs. actual production performance and adjust schedules in real time
• Identify and resolve downtime, bottlenecks, and material shortages
• Partner with Procurement to ensure raw materials and packaging are available to support production
• Communicate daily priorities, schedule changes, and risks to Production Supervisors and Operations Leadership
• Maintain accurate scheduling data in ERP to support MRP, capacity planning, and reporting
• Participate in forecast reviews, production meetings, and cross-functional planning
• Drive improvements in on-time delivery, schedule adherence, and production efficiency
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, inventory control, and operations

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with production planning and scheduling in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, or similar
• Strong understanding of capacity planning, material planning, and production flow
• Ability to make real-time decisions in a fast-paced production setting
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication with both production floor and office teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting constraints

Preferred Experience

• Experience in food, beverage, or contract manufacturing (co-packing)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required
• 3 to 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations

Work Environment

• Combination of office and production floor environment
• Regular interaction with production teams
• Ability to walk the floor and lift up to 15 pounds as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Planning : 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person