Job Opening: Production Scheduler II

Company
Kellanova
Location
Wyoming, MI
Posted on
May 23, 2024

As a Plant Production Scheduler II, you’ll partner with operations and maintenance teams to implement and modify production plans, driving results at our Wyoming, MI plant facility. This onsite role has first shift regular business hours that can be anywhere from 7 AM to 3 PM or 8 AM to 4 PM.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create a cohesive environment where scheduling and master planning drive successful outcomes. Your role is all about strategic execution. Beyond this, there are exciting growth opportunities where you could advance into procurement or leadership roles within the plant. Your exceptional relationship-building skills and effective communication at all levels will be key to your success.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing

  • Setting the Pace – Create the weekly production schedule aligned with corporate requirements. Your attention to detail will serve you well, because getting things off to a great start is a must!

  • Navigating Unique Needs - Your insights are key to this role, so we’ll look to you to understand departmental complexities. You’ll use this information to effectively communicate across the teams to meet scheduling needs.

  • Thinking Strategically – Strategically procure raw and pack materials to guarantee inventories at lowest dollar levels while ensuring material availability to meet the plant’s production schedule.

  • Collaborating to Win - Interact with vendors and corporate product availability team to work through challenges. Your ability to work as a team player and troubleshooter is key to your success.

  • Driving Efficiency – Ensure all material checks are completed to support each schedule. You’ll also assist in resolving material quality issues and coordinating inter-plant transfers. Thanks to you, the plant will operate more smoothly than before!

    We're Looking for Someone With

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Understanding of production operation, scheduling procedures and previous demonstrated experience with scheduling

  • Proven proficiency with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets

  • Ability to effectively communicate and problem-solve

    What’s Next

    After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/hiring-process.html) to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

    Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com .

    If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/benefits.html) & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

    Get to Know Us

    At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, among others.

    Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

    Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

    The future is full of flavor at Kellanova.

    Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/our-impact/equity-diversity-and-inclusion.html) .

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