We are looking for a detail-oriented planning specialist to lead scheduling and production coordination activities for a fast-moving manufacturing operation in North Carolina. This position plays a central role in balancing customer demand, inventory targets, staffing availability, and plant capacity to keep operations running efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a structured approach to prioritization, and the ability to work closely with teams across production, purchasing, warehousing, and customer support.

Responsibilities:

Build and manage production plans across daily, weekly, and monthly timeframes to support order fulfillment and effective use of labor, equipment, and inventory. Partner with procurement and inventory teams to confirm the availability of ingredients, packaging, and other materials needed to execute the production schedule. Review plant performance against plan and revise schedules when demand shifts, equipment issues arise, or operational constraints affect output. Collaborate with operations, warehouse, and shipping teams to ensure manufacturing activity aligns with delivery commitments and outbound timelines. Evaluate forecast information, order patterns, and stock positions to reduce shortages, avoid overproduction, and improve planning accuracy. Share schedule updates, changing priorities, and operational impacts clearly with stakeholders across departments to maintain alignment. Monitor planning and service indicators such as adherence to schedule, inventory movement, order fulfillment results, and operating efficiency. Recommend and support process improvements that strengthen workflow, increase resource utilization, and improve overall planning performance. Contribute to capacity planning efforts and maintain reliable records within planning and scheduling systems. For immediate consideration please apply or contact directly Steve Fields at 919-787-8226. At least 5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations. Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, operations, or a related discipline is preferred. Background in manufacturing, consumer products, or another high-volume production setting is strongly preferred. Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP, MRP, or production scheduling systems. Knowledge of workforce planning, workforce analysis, and master scheduling practices. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with careful attention to detail. Ability to manage changing priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with inventory control, demand planning, and quality or compliance expectations in a manufacturing environment is a plus Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .