Chapin, Illinois, United States
Analytical and detail-driven logistics professional with a background in supply chain scheduling and production planning. Proven ability to optimize operations, improve efficiency, and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet customer demand in fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environments. Adept at using data to inform scheduling, inventory decisions, and material flow. Eager to bring strong problem-solving and communication skills to a transportation/logistics analyst role within the food distribution sector.
Manage weekly production schedules for 20+ manufacturing lines, ensuring efficient sequencing of SKUs to minimize downtime and meet service level targets. Coordinate material readiness across internal departments including shipping, extrusion, and procurement to ensure timely delivery of all components needed for each run. Partner with logistics and inventory teams to align material flow with production timing and warehouse capacity. Track inventory and material usage, adjusting scheduling plans in real time based on disruptions or constraints. Conduct bi-weekly planning meetings to align scheduling, material availability, and customer priorities. Support data integrity by maintaining and updating Bills of Materials (BOMs) and standard production texts in coordination with finance and corporate planning teams. Collaborate with R&D and operations to schedule pilot runs and ensure minimal impact on production flow.
• Collaborated on a State-funded research initiative by teaching science curriculum, guiding middle school students in pollution-focused research projects, and contributing in daily meetings to refine and enhance educational strategies
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