Production Scheduler

Description

Who We Are

Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada — every single day!

For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers — from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh — from farm to family.

We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day. If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• 401(K) including company match!

• Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays

• Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance

What’s the Role

The Production Scheduler keeps our Prepared Operations running on time by building and maintaining the production schedules that guide labor, materials, and equipment toward daily output goals. Working from customer orders, inventory levels, and resource availability, you’ll set the plan, track the day’s results, and adjust quickly when the workflow changes. This role is central to F&S delivering fresh product to customers every single day, and it plays a key part in bringing new products from sample to full production. The ideal candidate is highly independent, detail-driven, and steady under shifting priorities, and enjoys working closely with the production management team.

What You’ll Own

• Build and publish the master production schedule, setting the sequence and lead time of each operation to meet customer ship date
• Develop long- and short-term schedules and revise them based on daily production results, material availability, and workflow change
• Coordinate new product launches, including scheduling launch runs and verifying launch samples for accuracy
• Conduct time studies to measure line performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
• Maintain raw product and packaging inventory to meet production needs, including stock rotation
• Schedule staff to production demand and partner with the Plant Manager on efficiency, labor hours, cost, and safety goals
• Complete daily documentation and escalate production issues to the Plant Manager and food safety concerns to the QA Manager

Requirements

What You Bring

• Education – High school diploma required; college degree in business administration, management, or a production-related field preferred (or five years of equivalent experience)
• Experience – Production scheduling or planning experience, preferably in medium-scale food production
• Knowledge – Working understanding of production methods, resource allocation, strategic planning, and coordination of people and materials
• Technical skill – Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Problem solving – Critical thinking skills and the ability to quickly re-plan when priorities shift
• Personal quality – Highly organized, with strong time-management and communication skills and the ability to work independently
• Availability – Ability to work a flexible shift that may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Physical requirement – Ability to work on the production floor in a cold environment (approx. 37°F)

Physical Demands:

This role combines computer-based planning with regular time on the production floor. It requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, and twisting in a chilled factory or warehouse environment (approx. 37°F).