Production Planning Manager

Support the organization by developing and maintaining the production schedule, managing the process order functions, procurement and coordination of raw ingredients and packaging material, inventory management, management of transportation related activities, developing and maintaining customer accounts and bill of material, maintain data collection, and to serve as the liaison between various levels of the organization, vendors and the customer.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Manage daily operational activities of supervisors and production staff to ensure customer orders are received, scheduled, and produced at the lowest possible cost to meet the customer's requirements while maintaining established safety and quality standards

Manage assigned employees, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and performance management. Understand and effectively apply work rules, union contract provisions (if applicable), and employment policies. Administer discipline consistently and fairly. Work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve employee related issues

Manage activities related to strategic purchasing, material requirements planning, inventory control, warehousing, and receiving

Manage procurement and coordination of all raw ingredients and packaging material

Ensure that all regulations and company policies are understood and followed by supervisors and production employees; advise them of correct interpretation when necessary

Oversee the management of work in progress and finished goods inventory

Oversee and manage inventory levels to safeguard operational and financial goals

Lead and participate in kaizen events, corrective actions, and audits

Develop, maintain, and manage programs, spreadsheets and other record keeping methods to ensure accurate information is readily available and current

Track and report KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) as identified by the organization

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements
Education and Experience

Undergraduate degree in business or related curriculum preferred

5 to 8 years of production planning, or related experience with demonstrated leadership attributes, team leadership, or supervisory experience; 1+ year of manager experience preferred

Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of manufacturing process flow and importance to process; strong understanding of facility utility infrastructure and its impact to production throughput

Skill in leadership and coaching; knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

Knowledge and understanding of planning and production methodologies

Understanding of plant processes in relation to production processes for each line

Able to communicate with various levels of personnel to ensure customers' needs and requirements are met

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range
competitive

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An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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