Production and Material Planner

Conagra Brands; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Conagra Brands in the United States seeks a Production Planner to create and manage detailed production and material plans that align with demand, capacity, labor, and material availability. You will partner cross-functionally to optimize schedules, release and adjust orders in SAP, and minimize disruptions while supporting continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.

This manufacturing role emphasizes food safety and GMP compliance within a fast-paced environment and offers competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 1+ years of production planning, material planning, or related experience.
• Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production and material plans with detailed schedules aligning with capacity, labor and demand.
• Optimize production schedules and material flow to reduce downtime and costs.
• Convert, release, and manage production and material orders in SAP and adjust plans as conditions change.
• Coordinate material availability through supplier deliveries, inventory movements, and internal logistics.
• Monitor risks like shortages and delays; adjust plans to minimize disruption.
• Collaborate with Sales & Operations Planning, MRP, Operations, Logistics, and Procurement to resolve constraints.
• Communicate schedule changes and performance updates to stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives to boost efficiency and service.
• Identify master data or system issues impacting plan execution, including lead times and lot sizes.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and GMP standards.

Skills

Production planning

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Supply Chain or Operations Management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will create and manage detailed production and material plans that support plant operations while aligning schedules with demand, capacity, labor, and material availability. You will partner cross-functionally to optimize production performance, minimize disruptions, and ensure consistent execution of supply plans in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production and material plans, including detailed schedules, sequencing activities, and escalation of short-term material issues to align with capacity, labor, and demand requirements.
• Optimize production schedules and ma
• terial flow to reduce downtime, improve efficiencies, control costs, and maintain customer service levels.
• Convert, release, and manage production and material orders in SAP, ensuring execution readiness and adjusting plans as business conditions change.
• Coordinate material availability through supplier deliveries, inventory movements, and internal logistics to support production schedules.
• Monitor execution risks including material shortages, capacity constraints, and supplier delays, proactively adjusting plans to minimize operational disruption.
• Partner with Sales & Operations Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Operations, Logistics, Warehouse, Procurement, and suppliers to resolve constraints and maintain supply continuity.
• Communicate schedule changes, risks, and performance updates to stakeholders while participating in planning routines and daily management systems.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives focused on operational efficiency, inventory optimization, cost reduction, and service improvements.
• Identify and elevate master data or system issues, including lead times, lot sizes, and inventory accuracy concerns that impact plan execution.
• Ensure compliance with food safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, and company policies and standards.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in production planning, material planning, supply chain, manufacturing operations, or a related environment.
• Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data to support decision-making.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the capability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions and with external partners.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, process optimization, and operational excellence.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, inventory management, scheduling, and supply planning concepts preferred.

Physical Requirements

More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply:

• You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
• You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size.

This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.

Compensation

Pay Range:$64,000-$95,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity.Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We’re in the business of building champions - within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.