Production Planning Supervisor

Production Planning Supervisor

For over 115 years, Epsen Hillmer has been an Omaha-based, family-owned, and operated company creating custom labels for beverage, health/beauty, and household products throughout the country. The average longevity of our employees is nearly a decade, which reflects our people-first culture and company values. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package and growth potential!

Job Description

We have an exciting new position for a Production Planning Supervisor. This role leads the Production Planning team and is responsible for estimating, scheduling, purchasing, and customer inventories to ensure customer orders are produced efficiently, on time, and to specification.

THE ROLE

• Production Planning: Provide leadership and direction for the Production Planning team, including estimating, purchasing, scheduling, inventory management, and job creation, while ensuring operational efficiency and accuracy. Conduct regular coaching, Quarterly Conversations, and annual performance reviews. Oversee estimating and production scheduling to meet customer due dates and maximize press efficiency. Oversee creation of layouts and production plans that help presses run in the most efficient way possible.

• Purchasing, Inventory & Supplier Management: Supervise purchasing paper, film, inks, tooling, and other production materials. Monitor and manage raw material and finished goods inventory levels while forecasting material needs to meet production goals. Track supplier performance, providing timely feedback and implementing corrective actions to resolve issues promptly.

• Cross-Functional Operations: Coordinate priorities with Customer Service, Prepress, Production, and Shipping. Identify opportunities to improve workflow, reduce downtime, and control costs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge: High school diploma or equivalent. Consistent work history. Prior experience overseeing a team as a Production & Inventory Manager, Operations Planning Manager, Supply Chain Supervisor, or similar role. Printing or packaging industry experience preferred.

• Skills: Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and decision-making abilities. Experience in production planning, purchasing, or manufacturing supervision. Knowledge of ERP systems and inventory control.

• Abilities: THIS ROLE IS ONSITE IN OMAHA, NE and requires the ability to work at our office at 132nd & L Street. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods. Must be authorized to work in the United States, and able to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen. Desire to live out our values as a team player and advocate for our culture:

  • Accountability: When you commit to something, you do it on time. Willing to have tough conversations in order to grow. Blame no one but yourself.

  • Dedication: Do what it takes. You do what's best for the team, not just you. Start answers with yes instead of no.

  • Authenticity: Make decisions when no one is watching as if everyone is. Humble approach. Bad news is better than no news. Integrity trumps profit. Willingness to Grow.

  • Trainable: Step out of your comfort zone. Effectively give and receive feedback. Understand growth comes from both success and failure.

Additional Information

At Epsen Hillmer, you will join an open and communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people choose to build a career and find professional prosperity. In addition to company growth opportunities, as an EHG employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your wage, comprehensive medical/dental and well-being programs, life insurance, generous paid time off, a retirement savings plan with a company match, and 8 paid holidays. Come grow with us by applying today!

EEO: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.