Production Scheduler

Location: 14955 Truman Street,Ottumwa,Iowa,52501

Shift and Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM– 5:00 PM.

Flexibility required for occasional weekend and holiday coverage

The Production Scheduler is responsible for managing all material-related functions that support daily production operations, including procurement, inventory management, and SAP system transactions. This role ensures material flow accuracy, maintains appropriate stock levels, and upholds documentation standards to drive operational efficiency and compliance. The planner collaborates closely with Planning, Production, and Warehouse teams to enhance inventory accuracy and implement process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement of materials and services from external suppliers and intercompany sources.

• Maintain optimal stock levels through inventory monitoring, cycle counting, and reconciliation processes.

• Execute and troubleshoot SAP transactions related to material movements, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with the General Ledger.

• Provide backup support for production planning and assist in resolving inventory discrepancies across functions.

• Lead root cause analysis for inventory issues and implement corrective actions to support process improvement initiatives.

• Present inventory performance metrics to site and corporate leadership; contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

• Audit and correct SAP inventory records; investigate and document causes of inventory losses or damaged goods.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, OSHA standards, and food safety requirements.

• Manage inbound stock transport orders (STOs) and reconcile third-party site inventories under local site responsibility.

• Maintain master data integrity in SAP and support reporting during month-end close processes.

• Monitor and renew required permits and licenses related to site operations.

• $19.23-$24.04 per hour 
• This is a hourly, non-exempt position paid biweekly. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Disability Coverage

• Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave)

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Mileage Reimbursement

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Minimum 1 year of experience with automated warehouse management systems; SAP experience highly preferred.

• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience, preferably in planning or scheduling.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

• Physical ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs repeatedly.

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

A.I. Disclosure: 
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