Dairy Plant Production Planner & Inventory Strategist

Country Fresh; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Employee rewards program

Referral program

Job summary

Country Fresh in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate production and inventory control for dairy products. You will forecast needs, ensure raw material availability, and maintain finished goods levels to meet service targets.

The role requires 3–5 years in production planning or related fields, with strong Excel and ERP experience. A bachelor’s degree is a plus, with opportunities to grow within the plant.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 3–5 years in production planning, purchasing or inventory management.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and ERP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate raw material and inventory planning to meet production schedules.
• Forecast production needs using promotional data and past trends.
• Maintain finished goods inventories to meet service targets.
• Communicate updates to supervisor for decision-making.
• Confirm inventories on Raw Milk Supply and coordinate with DFA procurement.
• Schedule outbound loads and liaise with sales on customer issues.
• Participate in sales warehouse meetings and manage capacity updates.
• Monitor order fill rates and finished goods inventory levels against standards.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Country Fresh in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate production and inventory control for dairy products. You will forecast needs, ensure raw material availability, and maintain finished goods levels to meet service targets.

The role requires 3–5 years in production planning or related fields, with strong Excel and ERP experience. A bachelor’s degree is a plus, with opportunities to grow within the plant.