WestRock

Sr. Specialist,Production Plng

WestRock • $75K — $125K *
Salinas, CA 93905In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • APICS certification preferred
  • 1-5 years of experience in process manufacturing, scheduling preferred
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to plan and organize workload

Responsibilities

  • Create production schedules that maximize production and minimize costs
  • Track and adjust orders and production information
  • Coordinate daily with key departments including production and customer service
  • Ensure maximum utilization of production assets
  • Optimize order management to improve throughput and reduce costs

Benefits

  • Corporate culture based on integrity and respect
  • Comprehensive training with development opportunities
  • Benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k plan with employer matching
  • Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and employee discounts
Full Job Description
General Information

Job ID
ATR61880

Posting Job Title
Production Scheduler

Locations
CA Salinas

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
08-May-2026

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

Production Scheduler

Career Opportunity:

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for creating production schedules for manufacturing that safely and efficiently maximize plant production and minimizes cost to produce a quality product within specifications to customers. Their goal is to employ adequate service levels and product available to customers while being the liaison to the Customer Support, Supply & Operations Planning processes.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

Schedule production across multiple shifts to include:
  • Establish daily production plan(s)


  • Track orders and production information, adjust as necessary
  • Maintain superior customer satisfaction through on-time if full delivery
  • Daily coordination with production, customer service, graphics, maintenance, and shipping
  • Responsible for ensuring maximum utilization and efficiency of all assets, including:
  • Maintain maximum possible total product availability
  • Maintain flexibility to make optimum use of assets
  • Help control business cost through schedule/mix management
  • minimize freight costs through disciplined schedule management
  • minimize paper waste and paper substitutions
  • minimize downtime, change orders, and manpower
  • Optimize the network through proactive order management flexing between locations and assets resulting in increased throughput, decreased cost to serve and maximum service
  • Create and maintain reports for above responsibilities ensuring alignment to goals
  • Generate machine capacity plans as part of the Demand & Supply Planning Process
  • Analyze machine run metrics to ensure availability is consistent with demand
  • Manage and update the speed and availability data by machine that drive the supply demand model in support of the IBP process
  • Report capacity allocation by account for those where capacity is reserved
  • Collaborate with all functional business units to ensure alignment of strategic initiatives
  • In sold out cycles, work w/ Customer Support and Inventory management to maximize sales order/replenishment and execute customer priorities.
  • In under sold cycles, work with Customer Support, Demand, and Inventory management teams to identify opportunities to optimally utilize available capacity.
  • Maintain standards, rules, exceptions, and customer tolerances
  • Perform other duties as assigned by manager that fall within the scope and level of role


What you need to succeed:
  • Bachelor's degree Preferred
  • APICS Certification Preferred
  • 1-5 years' experience in a process manufacturing environment (scheduling preferred)
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
  • Ability to plan and organizing workload


What we offer:
  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
  • Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.


The salary range for this position is $75,375.00 - $125,625.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by 06-Aug-2026.

About WestRock

Westrock Coffee Company is an integrated coffee, tea, flavors, extracts, and ingredients solutions provider in the U.S., providing coffee sourcing, supply chain management, product development, roasting, packaging, and distribution services to the retail, foodservice and restaurant, convenience store and travel center, CPG, non-commercial, and hospitality industries.

WestRock Careers

Joining WestRock means becoming part of a global team dedicated to supporting some of the world’s leading companies in packaging and distribution solutions. At WestRock, we believe in fostering an environment of growth, innovation, and leadership, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic industry.

Work You’ll Do

At WestRock, your work will directly contribute to our mission of redefining how packaging solutions can drive business success. As part of our team, you will use your skills to collaborate on market-leading projects that focus on sustainability and innovation. With a culture that values diversity and leadership, you will be empowered to lead projects at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and customer engagement.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

Become a part of a team where your ideas and contributions are valued. At WestRock, we are committed to providing job opportunities that enhance your professional skills while promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our team consists of over 50,000 dedicated professionals who are leaders in the packaging industry, driving transformation and delivering results with precision and creativity.

Innovative Work

Engage in work that matters with a company that offers diverse job opportunities, from positions in engineering and design to marketing and supply chain management. WestRock is a place where innovation is at the forefront of what we do, integrating cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Be Part of a Great Team

Working at WestRock means being part of a supportive network that encourages professional growth and development. Enjoy the benefits of a robust internal networking system, diversity training programs, and leadership development opportunities that help you build a fulfilling career.

Future-Proof Your Career

With WestRock, you are not just finding a job; you are building a career. We offer a wide range of career paths, supported by comprehensive training programs and development opportunities that help you grow at every stage of your professional journey. Whether through an internship, entry-level position, or a leadership role, your potential for growth is limitless.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Discover the various career paths WestRock offers. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, explore how your skills and interests align with our needs. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, innovative, and ready to lead.

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SEARCH WESTROCK JOBS

At WestRock, we are more than just a packaging company; we are a team that believes in innovation, sustainability, and driving growth through inclusive and diverse global leadership. Join us, and be part of a company that values what you bring to the table and helps you turn your professional aspirations into reality.
Learn more about WestRock
Size
49,900 employees
Market Cap
$8.8 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
-$677.4 million
Founded
1953
5 Year Trend
+7.4%
Revenue
$17.5 billion
NASDAQ
WRK
* Ladders Estimates

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