What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner Supervisor position at Redbarn Pet Products?
Description
About Us:
Redbarn Pet Products was co-founded in 1996 by lifelong friends Jeff Baikie and Howie Bloxam, who met as 12-year-olds on a hockey rink in Canada. Inspired by a shared passion for wholesome, high-quality dog food, they built a company that has grown to a family of 500 members, offering over 200 foods, treats, and chews. As a family-owned business for over 25 years, Redbarn’s culture is rooted in the belief that they are more than just a team—they are a family.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay, based on experience.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
- Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick.
- Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Employee Discounts on pet food.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Position Summary the Production Planner Supervisor ensures the smooth and timely flow of work within or between departments to meet production and shipping deadlines. The ideal candidate will be experienced in developing master production schedules, coordinating workflows, and proactively resolving scheduling conflicts in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop master production schedules to meet customer orders and forecasted sales.
- Analyze production specs and capacity to determine manufacturing processes.
- Plan and coordinate workflow across departments based on established lead times.
- Communicate with department supervisors to assess project status and resolve delays.
- Prepare production reports and maintain lists of required materials, tools, and equipment.
- Adjust schedules as needed based on priorities, material availability, or unforeseen disruptions.
- Eliminate redundant machine setups by rescheduling similar processes.
- Distribute work orders, specifying type, quantity, and due dates.
- Monitor inventory to ensure adequate supply of materials and packaging.
- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety protocols.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position directly supervises Assistant Production Planners and will be responsible for:
- Interviewing, hiring, and training team members.
- Assigning and reviewing work.
- Managing performance, addressing concerns, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four- or five-year college or university, or
- 2–4 years of related experience and/or training, or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), ERP/MRP systems, and internet software.
- Strong math skills with the ability to compute rates, proportions, and percentages.
- Sound judgment and reasoning skills to solve practical problems under variable conditions.
- Ability to interpret technical documents, schedules, and reports.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Regularly required to sit, use hands, and communicate clearly.
- Occasionally required to walk, climb, and lift up to 25 lbs.
- Vision requirements include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work environment is typically moderate in noise and includes exposure to production settings.
Redbarn® Pet Products, complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources at (562) 495-7315.
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Redbarn® Pet Products does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Redbarn property and therefore, Redbarn® Pet Products will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Redbarn® Pet Products request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with Redbarn® Pet Products must be in place and current.
