Master Planner/Scheduler

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Master Planner/Scheduler to drive the MTO/GTO production planning for folded carton samples. This role focuses on scheduling tools, materials, and equipment, while coordinating with customer, sales, service, design, and converting teams to ensure on-time delivery.

You will monitor backlog, manage production materials and third-party vendors, run reports, apply testing procedures, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent with related experience (or MA with related experience).
• Experience in scheduling production and managing backlog.
• Familiarity with packaging materials and supply chain operations.
• ArtiosCAD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production, processing, assembly, and packaging activities.
• Monitor and control work schedule and backlog for Trial Order facility.
• Coordinate with customer, sales, customer service, manufacturing design and carton converting groups for on-time delivery.
• Manage production materials and third-party vendors.
• Run and distribute reports to all levels of the organization.

Skills

Business Acumen

Curiosity

Interpersonal Skills

Influence Skills

Self-Starter

Negotiation Skills

Organization Skills

Results Oriented

Education

BA or equivalent + 3 yrs related experience / MA + 1 yr related experience

Tools

ArtiosCAD

Job description

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Machine and Graphic Trial Order (MTO/GTO) groups, are primarily responsible for the generation of production-quality folding paperboard carton samples that are used by our end-use customers for marketing, proof-of-design, and equipment set-up purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Master Planner/Scheduler work focuses on scheduling production, processing, assembly, and packaging activities including: Scheduling the tools, materials, and equipment needed for the production process. Scheduling available resources and required processing internally and externally. Implementing scheduling changes due to backlogs, design changes, machine downtime and/or material/labor shortages.

• Actively monitor, maintain, and control work schedule and back-log for Trial Order facility (including quotes)
• Utilize the ArtiosCAD design system for evaluation carton and tooling design
• Complete MTO/GTO projects while fully coordinating with customer, sales, customer service, manufacturing design, and carton converting groups as required for on time delivery of product
• Manage production materials (e.g. board, tooling, cello, coating, glue, etc.)
• Manage Third party vendors for outsourced production
• Manage revenue reporting and ensure orders are invoiced
• Run and distribute reports and communication and all levels of the organization
• Understand and effectively apply test procedures for validating performance of packages and features under development.
• Function as an effective global leader and focal point for MTO/GTO related details and general communication. Produce materials to support the communication process when required.
• Act as the back-up Supervisor for the MTO/GTO team
• Identify, develop, and lead department-wide continuous improvement initiatives
• Search out and implement cost saving initiatives

Education & Experience:

BA or equivalent + 3 yrs related experience, or MA + 1 yr related experience

Disclaimer

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Curiosity
• Interpersonal Skills
• Influence Skills
• Self-Starter
• Negotiation Skills
• Organization Skills
• Results Oriented

Pay Range

$63,200.00 - $84,300.00

Pay Range: $63,200.00-$84,300.00

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].