Master Production Scheduler

3 days ago


Le Center, Minnesota, United States Dessert Holdings Inc. Full time
Job Title: Master Production Scheduler

We are seeking a highly skilled Master Production Scheduler to join our team at Dessert Holdings Inc. in LeCenter, MN.

Job Summary:

The Master Production Scheduler will be responsible for building a Finished Goods production schedule for the short-term horizon, ensuring a service level of 98.5%+ while keeping inventory within company parameters. This individual will closely coordinate with the procurement team to provide visibility for future production and collaborate with the inventory management and logistics teams to efficiently move materials in and out of the facility.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as primary point of contact for sales, logistics, procurement, and manufacturing departments.
  • Schedule production in a make-to-stock and make-to-order environment, comparing current orders and forecast with available inventory and following inventory and facility policies.
  • Ensure that schedule is achievable after validating materials with procurement team.
  • Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 scheduling functionality to create weekly plans for the short horizon.
  • Ensure raw materials, machines, equipment, and labor are ready according to the schedule.
  • Ensure incoming orders, transfer orders, inventory records, and open work orders are properly created and closed in the system.
  • Coordinate all aspects of production for all facility's finished goods, intermediates, and materials.
  • Coordinate with procurement manager to schedule delivery of raw and packaging materials needed for future production.
  • Maintain master distribution schedule for the facility, revising as needed and alerting appropriate staff of schedule changes or delays.
  • Provide notice when service level agreements might be affected due to material constraints or any other internal or external issues.
  • Coordinate with Logistics for inventory to be shipped to main warehouse after passing post-production quality control.
  • Participate in periodic forecasting meetings with sales, marketing, and other related departments; lead additional planning meetings with sales, production, shipping, purchasing, and customer service staff.
  • Develop reports to provide visibility of inventory levels, production attainment, and fill rates issues.
  • Participate in meetings with R&D and NPI teams to properly schedule trials and first production runs.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
  • Post-secondary education in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, and/or relevant certifications (APICS CPIM, CSCP, P. Log, etc.).
  • 3+ years of progressive supply chain experience in planning or production scheduling in consumer goods or a similar fast-moving industry; prior experience in food and beverage preferred.
  • Excellent knowledge of supply planning, inventory planning, and production scheduling concepts.
  • Able to work independently and assume ownership of scheduling for the plant with limited supervision.
  • Experienced using MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and BI database tools.
  • Working knowledge of any ERP systems. Prior use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 an asset.
About Dessert Holdings Inc.

Dessert Holdings Inc. is North America's fastest-growing premium dessert company, bringing unparalleled dessert experiences to both retail and foodservice customers. The company, headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Dianne's Fine Desserts, and Kenny's Great Pies. Dessert Holdings Inc. is owned by Bain Capital, employing more than 3,200 people across nine North American manufacturing facilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.


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