Job Description
Job Overview:
FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.
At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach.
Position Overview
Drive operational excellence, optimize supply chain performance, and shape the future of production planning.
We’re looking for a strategic and results-driven Senior Production Scheduler to lead our production and labor planning initiatives. In this high-impact role, you will be the driving force behind scheduling efficiency, cross-functional collaboration, and supply chain alignment—ensuring that we not only meet but exceed customer expectations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your expertise in ERP systems, data integrity, and operational planning will be instrumental in delivering high service levels and supporting business growth.
What You’ll Do
Lead the creation and execution of integrated production and labor schedules aligned with customer demand, supply chain capability, and business goals.
Standardize planning workflows, process sequences, and calendar-driven events to enhance execution and visibility across the shop floor.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Planning teams to ensure timely material availability and capacity alignment.
Manage and maintain ERP (preferably IQMS) scheduling data to drive accurate material, capacity, and financial forecasting.
Define and enforce demand and planning time fences to balance customer needs with internal efficiency.
Analyze schedule adherence and resolve gaps by working closely with manufacturing teams.
Own the Master Production Schedule (MPS) process, including forecast inputs, reconciliation, and change validation.
Facilitate and lead S&OP meetings to align planning efforts and adjust to evolving business needs.
Act as the central hub for all production scheduling communication, driving clarity and accountability across departments.
Evaluate open orders and scheduling requests, proactively addressing variances and customer commitments.
Champion continuous improvement in planning accuracy, communication, and scheduling agility.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field.
5–10 years of production scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing experience.
Strong ERP proficiency (IQMS highly preferred), with advanced Excel and Power BI skills.
Proven ability to lead projects, influence cross-functional teams, and drive results.
Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
Able to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly to shifting demands.
Analytical thinker with solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Self-starter with a high degree of ownership and accountability.
Preferred Qualifications
APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
Lean or Six Sigma experience in manufacturing environments.
Hands-on familiarity with S&OP practices and implementation.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a scheduling role—it’s a chance to lead strategic initiatives that directly impact customer satisfaction and operational performance. If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be a key player in a growing team, we’d love to hear from you.
The base salary range for this role is $76,100 to $114,200. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
