Senior Production Planner

Senior Production PlannerThe Demand Planning Team at Kalmbach Feeds is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Senior Production Planner. This role works closely with procurement, inventory control, production, quality, and logistics teams to balance customer demand, material availability, and production capacity while meeting delivery commitments and operational goals. Serving in this role is an exciting opportunity to be an agent of change in a company that is growing rapidly and focused on our customers.Primary Responsibilities:Analyze gaps in supply and/or internal capacity that are causing service issues and drive actions to improve performance.Perform regular analysis to evaluate issues that could arise from changes in the demand plan or supply plan.Maintain, update, and build PowerBI reports that drive overall planning performance, efficiency and accuracyAid in the development and execution of demand forecasting processesDefine process and / or system gaps effectively optimizing and systematizing with a continuous improvement mindset.Execute on daily production scheduling, working closely with operations teams to improve the scheduling processThe Right Candidate:Strong analytical skills with experience working through complex problems and driving resolutionExperience working with Microsoft Office products and an ERP system are required.PowerBI or equivalent data visualization toolset experience are requiredMeticulous with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.Self-motivated / directed, and can easily function in a high-demand, high-performance culture.Ability to quickly learn new systems and tools are a must.Advanced critical thinking skills with the ability to work cross functionally to resolve issues.Bachelor's degree, in business or related field with 2+ years of experience within supply chain or operations required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.Kalmbach Feeds offers the highest quality nutritional products for livestock, poultry, and companion animals. The company was founded in 1963 by Milton and Ruth Kalmbach with a vision to develop the finest products, providing customers with the best possible nutritional value. The Kalmbach family's traditional core values have served as the compass for consistent success for over six decades, and the company has become the regional leader within the animal nutrition industry. Kalmbach Feeds enjoys an excellent reputation for quality and integrity within the animal nutrition industry and is comprised of smart self-starters who are driven to serve customers. Our experienced, talented team utilizes cutting-edge technology and proprietary processes to deliver safe, innovative products. Our stringent ingredient testing, computer automated systems, patented technologies, dedicated manufacturing facilities, and in-house nutrition specialists guarantee it.Kalmbach Feeds Offers:Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with eligibility on date of hire401(K) (traditional and Roth options) with generous company match3 Weeks Paid Time Off in first yearCompany Paid Short Term and Long Term DisabilityCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompetitive CompensationOn Staff Life CoachMedical and Dependent Care Reimbursement PlansAccess to Beach Front Company Condo in Fort Myers, FLKalmbach Feeds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely based on job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. The information contained within your resume and application, including employment history, educational history, and references, are subject to verification. Pre-employment drug screen (hair and urine), physical, and criminal background check required.Only qualified candidates will be contacted.