| Job Title | |||||
| Production Scheduling Coordinator | |||||
| Position Location | |||||
| New Haven, CT | |||||
| Pay/hours for position | |||||
| $28.85-36.05/ hr8:00 AM- 4:30 PM Monday-Friday | |||||
| Requirements of position | |||||
| SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience: High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. Minimum 2–3 years of experience in production scheduling or planning, preferably in a food manufacturing environment. Technical Skills: Proficient in ERP systems, production scheduling software, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with inventory management principles and production processes in USDA-regulated facilities a plus. Soft Skills: Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Collaborative approach with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout production areas. Occasional lifting of materials (up to 25 lbs.) during inventory checks or schedule adjustments. Exposure to refrigerated environments and manufacturing plant noise when visiting the floor. Compliance with PPE and all food safety and quality protocols. | |||||
| Responsibilities of position | |||||
| Production Planning & Scheduling:Create and manage production schedules based on customer orders, inventory needs, and production capacity. Issue daily work orders to production teams and adjust schedules as needed based on raw material availability and labor resources. Monitor scheduling adherence and update timelines in real-time when necessary. Inventory Coordination & Raw Material Management:Work with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure availability of raw materials, packaging, and supplies to meet production demands. Maintain accurate inventory forecasts and plan production to avoid shortages or excess inventory. Assist in monitoring finished goods inventory levels to align production with customer order trends. Cross-Department Collaboration:Communicate daily production priorities to supervisors, leads, and warehouse staff. Coordinate with sales and customer service teams to ensure order fulfillment deadlines are met. Collaborate with QA and maintenance teams to account for downtime or equipment availability when planning production. Data Management & Reporting:Maintain and update production schedules and capacity reports within ERP and scheduling systems. Analyze production efficiency, yield data, and downtime to support continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare and distribute daily and weekly production status updates to leadership. Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency:Identify and recommend improvements to scheduling processes to increase productivity, reduce waste, and optimize labor and machine use. Support continuous improvement efforts through accurate planning and communication across departments. Monitor BOM’s weekly for consumption accuracy. | |||||
Production Scheduling Coordinator
Contract Type:
Contract to Perm
Location:
New Haven - CT
Industry:
Food Manufacturing
Date Published:
18-Feb-2026
The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Production Scheduling Coordinator to work at a company located in the New Haven, CT area!
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