Entry Level Production Manager Jobs

INTRODUCTION

Our purpose at Peet’s Coffee is the pursuit of better, better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity.

As part of Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet’s, the world’s leading pureplay coffee company, Peet’s is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where we’re going. We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together challenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before.

We've learned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Production Planning Manager will lead production planning and scheduling to ensure customer demand, inventory goals, and plant capacity are effectively balanced. This role will develop and manage daily, weekly, and long-range production plans, monitor execution, and proactively resolve planning challenges.

The Production Planning Manager will partner closely with Supply Chain, Operations, and Demand Planning to align coffee supply, production requirements, and co-manufacturing capabilities. This role will also support engineering changes, maintain key performance reporting, and identify opportunities to optimize production capacity, improve efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer service in a cost-effective manner.

Salary

$128,000 - $166,000

Location

Alameda, CA – Onsite

In this role, you will:

• Lead and develop the planning team: Manage and coach production schedulers/coordinators, build high-performing talent, support career growth, and foster a strong safety and quality mindset.
• Drive collaboration and continuous improvement: Create a “one team” environment across planning, operations, buying, and multi-site partners; apply the Company Production System, such as MOS, and Lean Manufacturing principles to improve KPIs, dashboards, scorecards, productivity, cost, and on-time delivery using structured problem-solving tools such as PPS, A3, and RRN.
• Plan production and materials: Lead production planning activities using the Company Production System, such as MOS or other systems, and Lean Manufacturing principles; develop daily, weekly, and monthly production and material schedules for make-to-stock and make-to-order perishable products while balancing demand, freshness, quality, inventory, service, capacity, labor, equipment, and materials.
• Optimize inventory and planning parameters: Maintain finished goods inventory at target levels, measure fill rate and service levels, and refine MRP planning parameters using business criticality, forecast accuracy, service-level requirements, lead times, Min/Max levels, and EOQs.
• Manage master scheduling and capacity: Develop the Monthly Master Production Schedule, assess manufacturing lead times and risks, evaluate schedule impacts from variances or change orders, and drive planning and capacity-management improvements.
• Coordinate execution across functions: Partner daily with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Accounting, and supply chain teams to execute production plans, resolve shop-floor issues, and communicate schedule changes, special runs, and maintenance requirements.
• Support systems, reporting, and new products: Use ERP/MRP systems to streamline scheduling, represent Manufacturing in NPI and S&OE processes, support item setup, own production-attainment reporting, and identify actions needed to ensure smooth operations.

You will help teams succeed by:

• Ownership and initiative: Brings a resourceful “can-do” attitude, proactively identifies risks, solves problems, and drives work forward.
• Collaboration and communication: Communicates clearly with diverse audiences and works effectively across teams and functions.
• Interpersonal effectiveness: Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build productive relationships with diverse groups.
• Hands-on execution: Willing to roll up their sleeves and help get the job done.

WHO YOU ARE

• Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience, with at least 2 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Production planning expertise: Experience with multi-site production scheduling and planning in both discrete and process manufacturing environments.
• Systems knowledge: Experience configuring and using MRP/MPS systems, including capacity planning and trend forecasting.
• Technology proficiency: Experience with Microsoft D365 preferred; prior implementation of MRP systems for production is a plus.
• Communication and collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Problem solving: Demonstrated innovative and critical thinking skills, with strong analytical capability and the ability to recommend practical solutions.
• Organization and customer focus: Strong organizational, customer service, and project management skills.
• Presentation skills: Comfortable developing and delivering group presentations to cross-functional audiences.
• Microsoft Office proficiency: Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including the ability to create clear reports, presentations, and planning materials.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We’re proud to offer a comprehensive package for full-time employees, including but not limited to:

• Recharge Time – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future You – 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
• Peace of Mind – Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs.
• Everyday Perks – Free coffee, fresh baked goods, and discounts.
• Growth & Support – Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.

The target annual base salary range for this position is $128,000 - $166,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education, certifications or licenses, other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors, and the geographic location of the role. In addition to base pay, individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

At Peet’s, we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, uniform service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Peet’s is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact employeerelations@peets.com.