Lead Production Scheduler

Southern Company · Durham, NC, United States

Location
Durham
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 02, 2026

Job Description

Description

Job Summary:

The Lead Production Scheduler is responsible for strategically planning and maintaining the Shop Floor Schedule (SFS) to optimize production efficiency and ensure on-time completion of operations. Working closely with multiple stakeholders, this role balances plant capacity, prevents bottlenecks, and incorporates material availability into scheduling decisions. Additionally, the Lead Production Scheduler provides leadership and guidance to a team of 1-3 direct reports, fostering efficiency and accuracy. Through a proactive, data-driven approach, this role plays a key part in driving operational excellence and supporting business growth.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):


+ 5-7+ Preferred years of production scheduling experience in manufacturing or a related industry, with a strong focus on strategic planning and forecasting.

+ Bachelor’s degree preferred.

+ APICS – CPIM c...

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