Production Planning Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

THE ROLE

At Java City, we don’t just produce coffee—we craft experiences. The Production Planning Supervisor is the operational heartbeat of our manufacturing environment, ensuring that every roast, blend, and shipment flows seamlessly from plan to execution. This leader will own the end-to-end production planning function—balancing demand, capacity, and inventory—while driving precision, efficiency, and scalability across the operation. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex operational puzzles, and want to make a measurable impact on a growing brand, this is your opportunity to lead from the center of it all.

• Drive on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery across all customer channels
• Optimize production flow across roasting, packaging, and distribution
• Reduce waste, downtime, and inventory inefficiencies
• Strengthen cross-functional alignment between sales, operations, and supply chain
• Elevate planning systems, accuracy, and forecasting capability

Production Planning & Scheduling
• Build and manage daily, weekly, and long-range production schedules
• Align plans with demand forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets
• Continuously optimize capacity, labor, and equipment utilization
• Adjust plans in real-time to respond to operational constraints

 
Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, coach, and develop production planning team members
• Set clear performance expectations and accountability standards
• Foster a high-performance, continuous improvement culture

 
Inventory & Materials Strategy
• Partner with procurement to ensure material readiness
• Balance inventory investment with service level expectations
• Drive inventory accuracy and cycle count integrity

 
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Act as the central hub between production, QA, maintenance, and logistics
• Communicate priorities, risks, and changes clearly and proactively
• Support new product launches and operational transitions

 
Data, Systems & Optimization
• Analyze demand trends, production data, and performance metrics
• Leverage ERP/MRP systems (Fishbowl preferred) to improve accuracy
• Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions

 
Compliance & Quality Alignment
• Ensure planning aligns with SQF, GMP, and HACCP standards
• Support audit readiness and documentation integrity

• OTIF (On-Time, In-Full Delivery)
• Schedule adherence
• Forecast accuracy
• Inventory turns & carrying cost
• Waste reduction & downtime
• Production throughput and efficiency

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred
• 4+ years of production planning or manufacturing experience
• 1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience in food & beverage manufacturing strongly preferred
• ERP/MRP system experience (Fishbowl a plus)
• Strong analytical, Excel, and problem-solving skills

• Strategic Thinking
• Operational Excellence
• Leadership & Accountability
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Cross-Functional Communication
• Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

• Combination of office and production floor work
• Frequent walking through manufacturing areas
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Exposure to machinery, noise, and temperature variation
• PPE required in designated areas

• Supports company strategy, culture, and operational excellence initiatives
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Promotes safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Acts as a leader and culture carrier within the organization

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Java City is committed to building a culture where operational excellence meets purpose. If you're ready to lead from the center of production and make a measurable impact, we want to meet you.