OPERATIONS PLANNER AND SCHEDULER

Company: Standard Meat
Location: Dallas
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

Can you cut it with the industry leaders in meat portioning and cooking? We re always looking for sharp minds and sure hands to join our family business. We are committed to maintaining a safe, diverse, and welcoming workplace for all.----Job Title: Operations Planner and Scheduler Status: Exempt Department: OperationsSUMMARY:As a valuable member of the Operations Team, the Operations Planner and Scheduler will prepare and issue production schedules and direct material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of goods and materials to meet customer requirements. This position will work with Operations, Procurement, Logistics and Sales on a daily basis to ensure customer expectations are meet and exceeded.--ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:Review accuracy of order quantities and confirming finish good inventories needed 1-3 weeks out by communicating the production schedule for each product to meet fulfillment of future order datesAnalyze current and future raw material levels and finish goods inventory levels to plan production schedule for 2-3 weeks out. Communicate with Procurement on any raw material or ingredient needs.Coordinate changes in schedules pending changes for inbound raw material and ingredient deliveries .Assist in setting master production planning, material requirements planning and production scheduling metrics targets.Provide necessary input to supply planner for assigned product or locations.Assist Plant Management in directing and managing plant operations for production prioritiesAssist departmental managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective mannerMonitor freezer inventories for accuracy, utilization of correct location and inventory levels.Work with sales on contract volumes to ensure raw material and production meet order frequency.Communicate raw material shortages and delays to all pertinent production personnelWork with procurement to determine future needs and correct times of the year to purchase.Maintain high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standardsCompliance of Company Policy and ProceduresCompliance with USDA Regulations and SpecificationsMaintain a safe and sanitary work area in compliance with GMP and safety policies--EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBS; or equivalent combination of education and experienceBackground with Supply Chain Management degree preferred--OTHER DUTIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESDemonstrate leadership skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrongly self-motivated / Detail OrientedPHYSICAL DEMANDS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.FunctionAmount of Time--NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3StandX--Walkx--Sitx--Use hands to finger, handle or feelx--Reach with hands and armsx--Climb or balancex--Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlx--This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as reflected below.FunctionAmount of Time--NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Up to 10 poundsx--Up to 25 poundsx--Up to 50 poundsx--Up to 100 poundsx--More than 100 poundsx--WORK ENVIRONMENT:Cold Temperature:

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