Production Planner

Job Summary We are looking for a Production Planner who will be responsible for the finite scheduling of all Master Schedules provided by Corporate Supply Planning Group. The incumbent will build and organize an efficient finite production schedule on a weekly to bi-weekly basis that maximizes production efficiency while minimizing raw material and work-in-process inventory, changeover costs, and satisfies customer demand and honors scheduled ship dates. The incumbent will manage all raw material receivers, including the receipt in the ERP system, the review of any discrepancies, and resolution of issues when problems arise. Essential Duties Create and maintain plant’s finite production schedules on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis that balances production efficiency, raw materials, WIP inventory, and customer service. Maintain communication with production, shipping, purchasing, corporate supply planning, and other stakeholders to provide a free exchange of information and ideas about scheduling plans so that necessary changes can be made smoothly to meet overall objectives. Maintain ongoing communications with supervisors, unloading employees, yard operations, supply planning, and buyer regarding schedule changes. Maintain required raw materials inventories and order quantities at the most economical delivery, storage, and obsolescence costs while ensuring timely delivery and adequate supplies on site. Perform or assist with physical inventory counts of raw material and finished product as needed. Participate in planning and establishing overall production objectives based on customer demand and sales forecasts. Lead weekly meetings to review planned schedule. Initiate discussions with vendors concerning plan forecast material needs to ensure adequate manufacturing and delivery lead time for suppliers. Trace and expedite shipments to ensure plant operations are not impacted by delayed shipments; monitor and coordinate shipments in such a way that railroad demurrage and the cost penalty associated with truck delivery is kept to a minimum. Order and maintain inventories of production and office supplies staying within expense budgets. Assist accounting with month-end inventory counts for all raw materials and finished products. Resolve issues when needed. Enter raw materials receipts and verify accuracy of receipts. Resolve discrepancies between amount ordered and amount received. May create monthly TNRCC emission report and waste manifest: collect required documents and file. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) coupled with 2-4 years of demonstrated experience in production planning in a high-volume manufacturing operation. Demonstrated advanced communication and analytical skills along with organizational skills; intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with an ERP system. Proficiency in learning new systems and processes and ability to work effectively with team members at all levels of the organization. Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD) – APICS preferred. Salary Base Salary Range: $60,000 - $82,500 (exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses). Compensation is determined based on geographic location, experience, education, and qualifications. Benefits Wide range of health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. Family-building benefits supporting various journeys to fertility and parenthood. Robust 401(k) plan with employer match on pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. Programs and perks for work-life balance: wellness program, free financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates on primary residence purchases. Professional growth and development: internal training programs, courses, and generous tuition reimbursement. Cultural initiatives: employee resource groups focused on education and allyship for all employees. EEO and Disability GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT. We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401(k), and vacation packages for all full-time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., you must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). #J-18808-Ljbffr GAF