Production Scheduler - job 1 of 2

Everyday, our American Boot Builders proudly put their hearts into building and delivering remarkable, purpose-built products that will make an impact on people’s lives today and future generations. Build a product you'll be proud to stand behind. Build your legacy at Red Wing Shoe Company.

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) match, employee discounts, and valuable well-being benefits like free EAP services, financial planning assistance, and well-being coaching all designed to support your health and financial security.

The targeted hiring range for this full-time position is $53,200 - $71,800 depending on qualifications; however, the expanded salary range provides opportunities for advancement. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and job location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, competencies, experience, and relevant education, training or a combination of these things and market demand. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

General Purpose:
Responsible for planning and scheduling production to meet customer demand while optimizing plant capacity, inventory levels, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and adjust daily production schedules based on demand, inventory, labor, and material availability.
• Coordinate with Plant Management to align capacity and tooling with forecasted needs.
• Monitor finished goods inventory to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Schedule new product introductions and ensure accurate SKU-level planning.
• Maintain production data and support capacity planning tools (e.g., MOVEX).
• Collaborate with Planning Manager to analyze forecasts and adjust plans accordingly.

Additional Duties:

• Purchase boot uppers from select suppliers and coordinate raw materials for new products.
• Communicate with suppliers, internal teams, and international reps to align production with orders.
• Support inventory activities and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with company systems and uphold core values.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field; 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, supply chain, and footwear industry preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (MOVEX, Infor).
• APICS certification and experience with Lean methods (e.g., Kanban) desirable.

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact [email protected] or call 651-388-8211.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check and physical exam which includes a drug screen.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)