Production Scheduler New Grad

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ABOUT RUDOLPH’S

Rudolph’s Bakeries Ltd. is a Canadian bakery founded in 1951 by Bavarian master baker Dieter Rudolph Paech, with a heritage rooted in European-inspired bread-making and slow-developed sourdough. The company specializes in sourdough breads, whole grain rye and wheat, including Multigrain, Premium, Bavarian Rye and Rye Lite. Operating from two production buildings in Toronto, Rudolph’s mixes, bakes, slices and packages its products for distribution across Ontario and Quebec. We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and foster a dynamic, collaborative start-up culture that thrives on cross-functional teamwork.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Production Scheduler is a bakery-based role reporting to the GM.  You will schedule production at your assigned bakery and keep inventory records accurate. You will work day-to-day with the bakery team, who support you with their portions of the responsibilities below.

Work location: 390 Alliance Avenue, Toronto, ON

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule production at the bakery
• Support cycle counts of all raw materials and packaging items at least once per period
• Improve inventory accuracy at the bakery
• Monitor expiring and delisting materials
• Escalate chronic issues (e.g., material discrepancies above tolerance, process discrepancies within the bakery)
• Work with the bakery production team to ensure the number of mixes reported and finished goods production numbers are accurate; escalate abnormal discrepancies to the bakery manager
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to the role
• Perform other tasks as assigned

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Materials Management, Business, Supply Chain or a related field; 2+ years of experience in a related field may be considered in lieu of a degree or diploma
• Strong communicator and team builder
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment
• Strong planning and time management skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Quick learner with a naturally curious mindset, a strong desire to learn and grow, and the ambition to bring forward new, innovative ideas
• Flexibility to work different schedules when needed
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
• Programming skills are an asset

COMPETENCIES

Adaptive Intelligence – Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.

• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.
• Calculated Risk-Taking: Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.

Collaborative Intelligence – Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.

• Team First and Collaboration: Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.

Entrepreneurial Intelligence – Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.

• Continuous Improvement: Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
• Customer and Product Focus: Addresses needs proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Fierce Execution: Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time. In compliance with Ontario's Employment Standards Act, 2000, we confirm that this posting is for a current, existing vacancy. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making tools are not used to screen, assess or select applicants for this role; all assessments and hiring decisions are made by people.