Job Description
Production scheduler/coordinator uses their knowledge of the production process and reports to create daily production schedules and makes sure that roasting and packaging schedules are aligned. When either roasting or packaging are ahead or behind, the other schedule needs to be adjusted to be in sync to avoid WOC (waiting on coffee) or excess inventory in brown WIP (intermediate inventory).
As a production scheduler/coordinator, you should be able to multitask and provide quick responses to production problems. As generating reports and schedules may require the use of software, you must also have an aptitude for computers. A top-notch production scheduler should help ensure that company objectives are achieved and that all deadlines are met.
There are two production/scheduler roles: one for the AM (4am-12pm) and one for the PM (12-8pm), to support smooth handover between shifts. There is currently an opening for the PM shift.
Production Scheduler/Coordinator Responsibilities :
- Create schedules for DTC and Retail production (AM) - verify their coffee demand meets minimum roast quantity.
- Create schedules for roasting and green (PM) - adjust to optimize roast quantities and schedule, and adjust packaging quantities where needed
- Monitor green coffee silo levels and optimize green unloading schedules using green unloading rules (PM)
- Align roasting and packaging schedule and keep Work orders and Gantt charts up to date
- Communicate schedules to production supervisors.
- Monitor and report aged work orders and send them to production supervisors to end.
- Review and coordinate consumption of rework (roasted and packaged)
- Monitor roasted coffee in WIP location and adjust roasting or packaging orders as required.
- Review work orders for correct material consumption.
- Host daily check-in meetings with planning, production, roasting and maintenance
- Provide quick responses to production issues.
- Identify problems and suggest process improvements
Production Scheduler/Coordinator Requirements: - Associate's degree in management, bachelor's may be preferred
- Experience in a batch manufacturing production environment
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Experience with ERP Systems (Microsoft D365, Netsuite, SAP)
- Ability to create and understand reports to make production decisions
- A desire to promote the success of the planning team and production staff
The target hourly range for this position is $30-33/hr. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant's qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Peet's offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a superior 401(k) plan, various paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work,