Scheduling Planner

• Assist in creating and maintaining daily and weekly manufacturing schedules.
• Update production schedules based on material availability, equipment capacity, and customer priorities.
• Release and maintain work orders in DEACOM ERP.
• Monitor production progress and communicate schedule changes to appropriate departments.
• Help identify scheduling conflicts and elevate issues to the Production Planning Manager.

ERP & Scheduling Systems

• Utilize DEACOM ERP to create, update, and maintain production work orders.
• Maintain accurate production data, inventory status, and scheduling information within DEACOM.
• Use  to track production activities, planning projects, scheduling priorities, and departmental communication.
• Ensure production information remains accurate and up to date across all systems.

Inventory & Material Coordination

• Monitor raw material and packaging inventory needed for scheduled production.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Warehouse teams regarding material shortages or delivery concerns.
• Verify that required materials are available prior to production scheduling.
• Assist in planning production around inventory availability.

Production Support

• Work closely with Production Supervisors to ensure schedules are achievable.
• Adjust schedules based on equipment downtime, labor availability, or production delays.
• Assist in prioritizing manufacturing orders to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Help maintain production efficiency while minimizing downtime.

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate schedule updates to Production, Quality, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Customer Service.
• Participate in daily production meetings and planning discussions.
• Maintain clear documentation regarding schedule changes and production priorities.
• Escalate scheduling concerns that may impact customer commitments.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate production planning records.
• Prepare reports regarding schedule adherence, work order status, and production progress.
• Verify production data accuracy within DEACOM ERP.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve scheduling efficiency.

Compliance

• Follow all GMP, FDA, OSHA, and company policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of production schedules and customer information.
• Support compliance with internal quality systems and manufacturing procedures.

Perform Other Duties as Assigned

• Provide planning and administrative support to Operations, Production, and Supply Chain departments as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primarily works in an office environment with regular visits to the manufacturing floor.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with office and production personnel.
• Manufacturing environment may include exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, scheduling, inventory control, or administrative support.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred; DEACOM ERP experience is a plus.
• Experience using  or similar project management software is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

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