Production Planning Supervisor

JOB OVERVIEW:

Shasta Beverages is seeking a Production Planning Supervisor who will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production planning, scheduling, material coordination, procurement support, and inventory management to ensure the timely and cost-effective replenishment of finished goods in accordance with customer needs and planned inventory levels. This position supervises the production scheduling process, coordinates cross-functional planning activities, and serves as the primary resource for resolving production, material, and scheduling issues while ensuring maximum operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and coordinates all production planning and scheduling activities.
• Determines production priorities by studying master production schedules, customer requirements, inventory levels, and material availability.
• Develops and maintains weekly and longer-range production schedules.
• Organizes production schedules by reviewing work-order specifications, equipment capacity, labor availability, material readiness, and operational constraints.
• Publishes production schedules by identifying products, equipment assignments, production sequences, and completion dates.
• Monitors production performance by collecting production data and comparing actual results against scheduled output.
• Reviews daily production status and schedule adherence while identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.
• Coordinates with Operations, Quality, Customer Service, Warehouse, and Procurement to ensure schedule execution.
• Provides leadership and direction for production scheduling activities during planned and unplanned absences.
• Reviews material requirements and works closely with Purchasing and suppliers to ensure timely availability of raw materials, packaging materials, pallets, concentrates, and production supplies.
• Identifies material shortages, capacity constraints, machine downtime, and other production risks and develops corrective action plans.
• Resolves scheduling and material-related issues by collecting and analyzing information and coordinating solutions across departments.
• Evaluates production disruptions and recommends schedule adjustments, re-sequencing opportunities, or alternative production plans.
• Attends and participates in daily production meetings and communicates schedule changes, priorities, and constraints.
• Responds to customer service requests regarding order status, production schedules, and estimated completion dates.
• Prepares reports by compiling and summarizing production, inventory, schedule attainment, downtime, and material shortage data.
• Works closely with outside vendors, corporate personnel, sales personnel, and plant leadership.
• Responsible for coordinating and ensuring that monthly and year-end inventories are properly managed, reconciled, and entered into applicable systems.
• Reviews inventory transactions including stock transfers, inventory adjustments, inbound/outbound product movements, and production reporting.
• Prepares, maintains, and monitors Inventory Disposition Reports.
• Oversees schedule tools, shortage reports, open order reports, and production planning documentation.
• Assists management with material complaint investigations and corrective actions.
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities related to planning, scheduling, inventory management, and operational efficiency.
• Trains and develops scheduling personnel and designated department backups.
• Ensures fair, equitable, and respectful treatment of all employees.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common information, reports, and other documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or company representatives. Ability to effectively present information to management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use their hands to handle and turn to access files and office equipment. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Field positions will be exposed to various unfamiliar conditions where Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn and which may include, but are not limited to: manufacturing and warehouse plants, and other venues as directed by supervisor. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but increases significantly in warehouse and manufacturing plants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma/GED required. Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, inventory control, and material management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling software.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft business applications and reporting software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible Full-Time schedule that may include weekends and holidays.
• Fluent in oral and written communication in English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Pass a physical and drug exam.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to various locations in organizational service areas, as required by duties.

Shasta Beverages, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender, genetics, gender identity, disabled veterans or sexual orientation.