Production Scheduler – Monterrey Network
Location: Monterrey, Mexico
Function: Supply Chain / Manufacturing Planning
Reports to: Planning Leader
Role Purpose
The Production Scheduler is responsible for transforming mid- to short-term production plans into a detailed, executable manufacturing schedule across the Monterrey Network.
This role ensures optimal sequencing of production orders, maximizes line efficiency, and enables on-time delivery by balancing capacity, material availability, and operational constraints.
The position plays a critical role in maintaining daily operational stability, acting as a key interface between Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Production Scheduling & Execution
Develop and maintain the detailed short-term production schedule (daily/weekly) for all manufacturing lines.
Sequence production orders considering:
Line capacity and constraints
Changeovers and campaign strategies
Material availability
Operational rules and priorities
Continuously adjust schedules to respond to real-time deviations (e.g., downtime, shortages, quality issues).
2. Capacity Optimization
Maximize line utilization while minimizing inefficiencies such as:
Changeover losses
Idle time
Bottlenecks
Optimize sequencing logic to improve overall manufacturing performance.
3. Cross-Functional Alignment
Collaborate closely with:
Material Planning to ensure raw material availability
Manufacturing Teams for execution alignment
Maintenance to plan around downtime windows
Quality to ensure compliance and product release
Lead or actively participate in daily/weekly scheduling meetings.
4.



Issue Management & Escalation
Identify risks to schedule execution, including:
Material shortages
Capacity constraints
Operational disruptions
Proactively escalate critical issues and propose mitigation scenarios.
Support prioritization decisions to protect service levels.
5. Systems & Data Management
Maintain accurate production schedules within planning systems (e.g., SAP, APS tools, Excel-based models).
Ensure data integrity for:
Cycle times
Capacities
Routing and sequencing constraints
Generate and analyze reports on schedule performance.
6. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
Track key performance indicators (KPIs):
Schedule adherence
Line utilization
Service impact (OTIF)
Identify improvement opportunities in scheduling processes and tools.
Contribute to continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
2–5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations.
Experience in multi-line or complex manufacturing environments preferred.
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of:
Production scheduling and sequencing
Capacity planning and constraints management




End-to-end supply chain processes
Advanced proficiency in:
Excel
ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Planning tools (APS systems are a plus)
Core Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to make decisions under pressure in fast-paced environments
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication
High level of organization and prioritization skills
Proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability
Success Measures
Production schedule adherence (%)
Line utilization (%)
Reduction in changeover losses
OTIF impact and service level performance
Responsiveness to operational disruptions
Why Join Us?
This role offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in stabilizing and optimizing production operations within a dynamic and growing manufacturing network. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute directly to improving operational efficiency and service performance.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity
to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, general consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bring
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