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Production Planning Supervisor

Sacramento, California, United States · On-site

$70k–$90k/yr

Senior

THE ROLE At Java City, we don’t just produce coffee—we craft experiences. The Production Planning Supervisor is the operational heartbeat of our manufacturing environment, ensuring that every roast, blend, and shipment f…

Skills: Production Planning, Scheduling, Inventory Management, Leadership, Demand Forecasting

Production Planning Supervisor

Java City

Sacramento, California, United States • On-site

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  • $70k–$90k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Posted 6d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Production Planning Supervisor manages end-to-end production scheduling and inventory strategy to ensure on-time, in-full delivery. They lead the planning team and collaborate across departments to optimize flow and reduce waste in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Operations and at least 4 years of production planning experience, including 1-3 years of leadership. Experience in food and beverage manufacturing and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems like Fishbowl are strongly preferred.

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THE ROLE

At Java City, we don’t just produce coffee—we craft experiences. The Production Planning Supervisor is the operational heartbeat of our manufacturing environment, ensuring that every roast, blend, and shipment flows seamlessly from plan to execution. This leader will own the end-to-end production planning function—balancing demand, capacity, and inventory—while driving precision, efficiency, and scalability across the operation. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex operational puzzles, and want to make a measurable impact on a growing brand, this is your opportunity to lead from the center of it all.

WHAT YOU’LL OWN (IMPACT)

• Drive on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery across all customer channels
• Optimize production flow across roasting, packaging, and distribution
• Reduce waste, downtime, and inventory inefficiencies
• Strengthen cross-functional alignment between sales, operations, and supply chain
• Elevate planning systems, accuracy, and forecasting capability

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Planning & Scheduling
• Build and manage daily, weekly, and long-range production schedules
• Align plans with demand forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets
• Continuously optimize capacity, labor, and equipment utilization
• Adjust plans in real-time to respond to operational constraints

Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, coach, and develop production planning team members
• Set clear performance expectations and accountability standards
• Foster a high-performance, continuous improvement culture

Inventory & Materials Strategy
• Partner with procurement to ensure material readiness
• Balance inventory investment with service level expectations
• Drive inventory accuracy and cycle count integrity

Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Act as the central hub between production, QA, maintenance, and logistics
• Communicate priorities, risks, and changes clearly and proactively
• Support new product launches and operational transitions

Data, Systems & Optimization
• Analyze demand trends, production data, and performance metrics
• Leverage ERP/MRP systems (Fishbowl preferred) to improve accuracy
• Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions

Compliance & Quality Alignment
• Ensure planning aligns with SQF, GMP, and HACCP standards
• Support audit readiness and documentation integrity

SUCCESS METRICS (KPIs)

• OTIF (On-Time, In-Full Delivery)
• Schedule adherence
• Forecast accuracy
• Inventory turns & carrying cost
• Waste reduction & downtime
• Production throughput and efficiency

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred
• 4+ years of production planning or manufacturing experience
• 1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience in food & beverage manufacturing strongly preferred
• ERP/MRP system experience (Fishbowl a plus)
• Strong analytical, Excel, and problem-solving skills

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Thinking
• Operational Excellence
• Leadership & Accountability
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Cross-Functional Communication
• Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Combination of office and production floor work
• Frequent walking through manufacturing areas
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Exposure to machinery, noise, and temperature variation
• PPE required in designated areas

ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

• Supports company strategy, culture, and operational excellence initiatives
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Promotes safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Acts as a leader and culture carrier within the organization

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Java City is committed to building a culture where operational excellence meets purpose. If you're ready to lead from the center of production and make a measurable impact, we want to meet you.

Related keywords

Production PlanningManufacturingSupply ChainInventory ManagementOTIFFishbowlERPMRPSQFGMPHACCPDemand ForecastingCapacity PlanningFood & BeverageCycle CountingOperational Excellence

About Java City

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1985
Headquarters
Sacramento, CA
LinkedIn followers
5,027

Java City is a specialty coffee roaster and full-service wholesale distributor based in Sacramento, California. For over 40 years, we’ve remained committed to sourcing, roasting, and delivering the highest-quality coffee paired with the products, equipment, and service needed to support thriving coffee programs across the country. Our coffee is proudly served in more than 2,500 locations worldwide under the Java City™, ecoGrounds™, and The Coffee Farmers Co-op brands, as well as through private label partnerships. We specialize in both retail and non-commercial foodservice, offering deep expertise in campus dining, hospitality, corporate offices, and more.

Offices: 1300 Del Paso Rd, Sacramento, CA 95834, US

Specialty CoffeeWholesaleRetailand Specialty Tea
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About Java City

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1985
Headquarters
Sacramento, CA
LinkedIn followers
5,027

Java City is a specialty coffee roaster and full-service wholesale distributor based in Sacramento, California. For over 40 years, we’ve remained committed to sourcing, roasting, and delivering the highest-quality coffee paired with the products, equipment, and service needed to support thriving coffee programs across the country. Our coffee is proudly served in more than 2,500 locations worldwide under the Java City™, ecoGrounds™, and The Coffee Farmers Co-op brands, as well as through private label partnerships. We specialize in both retail and non-commercial foodservice, offering deep expertise in campus dining, hospitality, corporate offices, and more.

Offices: 1300 Del Paso Rd, Sacramento, CA 95834, US

Specialty CoffeeWholesaleRetailand Specialty Tea
View all jobs at Java City

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