Timber Production Master Scheduler

Carter Holt Harvey; Kawerau District; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Corporate medical plan

Staff discounts

Job summary

Carter Holt Harvey in Kawerau, NZ, invites applications for a Primary Planner based at the Kawerau Sawmill. You will report to the Timber Planning Manager and coordinate timber resources to meet operational goals, ensuring smooth material flow across the supply chain.

The role is a Monday to Friday, 40-hour week with opportunities to optimise production plans and drive continuous improvement within the site.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning roles, preferably timber.
• Proficient with MS Office; SAP or Business Central experience beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in NZ and pass pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Timber Planning Manager to develop and execute the Master Production Schedule.
• Develop, distribute and monitor daily/weekly plans for Drymills and Production Orders.
• Support inventory management to optimise stock rotation and working capital.
• Manage supply chain and sales relationships with National Supply Chain team.
• Monitor reporting metrics and identify trends.
• Produce compliance reports and flag site issues.
• Respond to production variations and escalate when needed.
• Participate in weekly/monthly production meetings.
• Identify opportunities for fibre usage and cost efficiency.

Job description

Carter Holt Harvey in Kawerau, NZ, invites applications for a Primary Planner based at the Kawerau Sawmill. You will report to the Timber Planning Manager and coordinate timber resources to meet operational goals, ensuring smooth material flow across the supply chain.

The role is a Monday to Friday, 40-hour week with opportunities to optimise production plans and drive continuous improvement within the site.