**Description** GENERAL SUMMARY: Provides detailed schedules for production equipment within an established master schedule. Requires a knowledge of machine capacities, equipment and processes in the assigned area. This position normally focuses on a limited range of operations or processes and short-term schedules. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: + Monitors backlog of work for assigned area. + Sequences orders to meet promise dates and optimize productivity. + Revises debone and portion schedules to accommodate further process orders, rework and breakdowns. + Monitors material supply and alerts others to potential shortages. + Prepares and monitors master schedules by working with materials planning, production and maintenance to coordinate activities. + Communicates status and changes to customer service and/or directly to sales. + Monitors raw meat inventory to maintain minimum aged product and minimum inventory levels. + Fills in for Finished Product scheduler in their absence.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: + Experience with Microsoft Office required; SAP experience preferred + Prior planning or scheduling experience preferred + Poultry processing and sales experience preferrred + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Good organizational skills + Must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlinesEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:High school Diploma or GED required; College Degree preferred. **EOE including, Vet/Disabled**