Senior Production Scheduler

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.

About the role

This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures. The Senior Production Scheduler will plan, prepare, issue and control production schedules and direct material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of goods and materials to meet production requirements. In this role, you will conduct production planning and execution, customer and client interaction, business partnership, systems and data management and reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Create and publish daily production plans.
• Expedite workflow and coordinate changes in schedules.
• Directly contribute to production scheduling metrics targets.
• Provide necessary input to supply planner for assigned product or location.
• Maintain data relevant to production scheduling activities including planning calendars, material data and location data.
• Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of four years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Six years of experience with at least three in master production planning, production scheduling or supply planning

Position Details

This position can be located in one of the following cities: Buckeye, AZ, Chandler, AZ, Chicago, IL, Wichita, KS, Wayzata, MN. Relocation assistance is not provided for this role.

Schedule

Monday - Friday. There are also some events that might require work outside of normal business hours.

Pay

The expected salary for this position is $87,000-$110,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award based on company and personal performance.

Benefits

Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law. A comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits is offered, dependent on the position and hours worked. Learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions).