Production Scheduler

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Company/Location Overview

Thank you for your interest in Northwest Ordinance Distilling, our first ever facility in the Hoosier state, and the newest facility in the Sazerac manufacturing network. Founded on the principles of servant leadership and continuous improvement our entire plant team works tirelessly to accomplish our vision: Build the most efficient, flexible, and engaged plant and team in the Sazerac Manufacturing Network.

This facility specializes in small format production (50mL-375mL bottles) leveraging 14 high speed production lines to produce over 13 million cases of various spirits annually. We are in search of talented individuals who have a strong desire to develop others and lead a team to success. Main focus for this role will be on shift production and driving capabilities through implementing sound manufacturing processes. At Northwest Ordinance Distilling we believe our people are our greatest asset. Your drive and determination combined with our passion for people will ensure we win as a team. This facility operates 24/7 and this role will work an alternative work schedule.

Job Description/Responsibilities

As the Production Scheduler you will create & coordinate the Supply Plan with Plant Operations to execute production needs to meet customer demand . This role ensures appropriate amounts of inventory is held to meet customer service goals while minimizing carrying costs, improving production efficiencies meeting company goals, safety, and government compliance. 

What You’ll Do: 

• • Plan and maintain stable production schedules to support efficient plant operations and timely execution of work orders. Partner with Bottling, Processing, and Materials teams to improve overall production efficiency and line performance.
  • Maintain accurate planning data across systems including Atlas, Sys21 ERP, and APS to ensure data integrity and reliable forecasting. Coordinate with Commercial Operations and Customer Service to support order fill rates, on-time shipments, and inventory targets.
  • Lead production planning activities to balance inventory levels with customer service goals while minimizing carrying costs. Support bottling operations by creating schedules that optimize line efficiency and operational performance.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within production planning, materials planning, and imported goods processes to deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies. Collaborate with Brand Managers, Sales, and Marketing on production plans and finished goods purchases for new products and brands.
  • Provide excellent customer service by ensuring finished goods availability aligns with customer ship date expectations. Maintain compliance with all safety, food safety, quality, and environmental policies and practices.

Qualifications/Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Excellent oral & written communication skills, analytical and technical skills, planning and organizational skills
• Experience in manufacturing software (ERP, MRP, MPS, WMS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• APICS Certification or Six Sigma Certification, experience with System 21, experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry
• Proven success leading process improvement initiatives and developing query programs on AS400 or similar systems is highly desired. Bilingual or multilingual language skills are a plus.

Culture and Benefits

Sazerac Company offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.​

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Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

What's Next:

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may beadditional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent onthe position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email.