Emerging Production Scheduler – Corrugated Packaging

WestRock Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

WestRock Company is seeking a Production Planner Assistant to develop daily and weekly production schedules for the corrugator and converting departments in Fort Worth, TX. The role supports on-time delivery by coordinating with Purchasing, Materials, and Sales to align capacity with customer requirements.

The position requires 2+ years in production planning, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP/MRP systems. This is a full-time role with standard M-F hours and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s preferred.
• 2+ years in production planning, scheduling, or related role.
• Corrugated packaging or paper manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of production scheduling and workflows.
• Experience with ERP/MRP or inventory management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily and weekly production schedules for corrugator and converting departments.
• Schedule corrugator runs to optimize machine efficiency and batch similar orders.
• Review customer orders and due dates to support on-time delivery.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules for downtime or material shortages.
• Communicate schedule changes to supervisors, operators, and support teams.
• Maintain production schedules in ERP/MRP or scheduling systems.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Materials to ensure material availability.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose improvements to avoid delays.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Organizational skills

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s in manufacturing or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP scheduling systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WestRock Company is seeking a Production Planner Assistant to develop daily and weekly production schedules for the corrugator and converting departments in Fort Worth, TX. The role supports on-time delivery by coordinating with Purchasing, Materials, and Sales to align capacity with customer requirements.

The position requires 2+ years in production planning, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP/MRP systems. This is a full-time role with standard M-F hours and overtime as needed.