Production Scheduler (Manufacturing Industry exp req)

Picayune, Mississippi, United States | Full-time

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Production Scheduler (Manufacturing Industry exp req)
Location: Picayune, MS
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 annual + 5% Bonus
Benefits: 100% Paid Medical (Employee), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k w/ 4% Match, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (Flexible Schedule Available)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation Assistance Available 

Production Scheduler (Manufacturing Industry exp req) Description

Our client, a global manufacturer of wax and polymer additives, is seeking a Production Scheduler to join their team in Picayune, MS. In this cross-functional role, you’ll manage daily and long-range production scheduling, coordinate materials, support inventory tracking, and supervise one QC technician. You’ll also play a supporting role in quality control and lead communication across departments to keep production on track and materials flowing. To succeed in this role, you must have 3+ years of scheduling or planning experience in a manufacturing setting and be confident working with ERP systems. Ideal candidates will be organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established international company that maintains a small-family atmosphere and culture.

Production Scheduler (Manufacturing Industry exp req) Responsibilities

•    Review and update production schedules daily based on orders
•    Coordinate raw material ordering and delivery timelines
•    Generate and issue work instructions and work orders
•    Track incoming and outgoing inventory across multiple locations
•    Lead monthly inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies
•    Maintain purchase orders and general ledger entries
•    Monitor material substitutions and cost impacts
•    Supervise daily activities of a QC technician
•    Manage training schedules and compliance documentation
•    Participate in planning meetings and issue resolution

Production Scheduler (Manufacturing Industry exp req) Qualifications

•    1+ years of production scheduling/planning experience required
•    Manufacturing industry experience required
•    ERP system experience required