Corrugated Production Scheduler – Drive Throughput

International Paper; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

International Paper in Lithonia, GA is seeking a Production Scheduler to plan and coordinate all production activity, partnering with sales, service, and shipping to ensure orders are handled properly. You will use the KIWI system to schedule corrugator and finishing jobs, adjust schedules for breakdowns or material shortages, and work to maximize plant throughput while meeting customer requirements.

The role requires a high school diploma and 3–5 years in manufacturing or production planning in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing or production planning experience in the corrugated industry.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong drive for results and time management.

Responsibilities

• Schedule machine operations and coordinate production activity with sales, service, and shipping.
• Use KIWI systems to schedule corrugator and finishing jobs based on priorities, paper size, and specs; communicate status and resources.
• Reschedule workflow during machine breakdowns, productivity slowdowns, or material shortages.
• Maximize plant throughput while balancing customer requirements and manufacturing capability.
• Manage roll stock forecasts and coordinate with Customer Service, Containerboard, and vendors.

Skills

Drive for results

Priority setting

Organizing

Problem-solving

Action oriented

Integrity

Functional/technical skills

Customer focus

Time management

KIWI scheduling system

Education

High school diploma or GED

Three to five years of manufacturing or production planning experience in the corrugated industry

Tools

KIWI scheduling system

Job description

International Paper in Lithonia, GA is seeking a Production Scheduler to plan and coordinate all production activity, partnering with sales, service, and shipping to ensure orders are handled properly. You will use the KIWI system to schedule corrugator and finishing jobs, adjust schedules for breakdowns or material shortages, and work to maximize plant throughput while meeting customer requirements.

The role requires a high school diploma and 3–5 years in manufacturing or production planning in