Job Description

MISSION:

Jackson’s Food Company is the Snack Super™ brand powered by heroic employees and premium avocado oil. We stand poised to upset the snacking status quo forever. All employees support our mission of delivering a safe and quality product.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

As the Production Scheduler at Jackson's Food Company, the role involves taking the Production Plan created by the Production Planner and creating a production schedule for the Operations team to produce. The focus is on creating a schedule to allow the Operations team to run as efficiently as possible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The following statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the major functions of this position and are not intended to be a detailed description of all the work/functions that may be required. Other duties may be assigned. Individual will work a varied schedule based on client needs.

• Work closely with the production planner to schedule production orders to meet demand.

• Collaborate with the E-commerce team to assess inventory needs and incorporate them into the production schedule.

• Review and approve customer requests for changes in order quantity and delivery dates, as forwarded by the customer service department.

• Ensure adherence to production schedules by regularly reporting schedule versus actual output to the team.

• Develop comprehensive production schedules in response to sales orders, forecasts, and demand dynamics.

• Ensure adherence to deadlines through a proactive approach, guaranteeing the fulfillment of supply chain needs.

• Work collaboratively with the Operations team to assess scheduling needs, maximizing throughput during shifts.

• Monitor hour by hour production progress to adjust schedules when needed.

• Prepare comprehensive supply chain reports, providing valuable insights and analytics for 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

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• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; 

• Six months to one-year related experience and/or training; 

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proven aptitude in Microsoft Suite; experience with ERP systems required.