Production and Purchasing Specialist

Great Northern Corp; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Near-site Clinic

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dis

401k with Company Match Up To 4%

Generous Profit Sharing

Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off

15 Days of Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Referral Bonuses

Health Fitness Reimbursement

Employee Loan Program

$1.50 Hourly Shift Differential for 2n

Job summary

Great Northern Corp is seeking a Production and Purchasing Specialist to handle board ordering and provide support to the production scheduler and buyer. The role involves administrative coordination, safety compliance, and accuracy in completing tasks per our standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent or a related four-year degree, plus proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong math, communication, and multitasking abilities are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2+ years purchasing/scheduling/safety experience or 4-year degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong math skills for fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication.
• Ability to follow verbal, written, or diagrammatic instructions.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Growth opportunities through advancement within facilities regionally and nationally.

Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures to perform all aspects related to board ordering.
• Back-up to the production scheduler and buyer; perform related administrative duties.
• Coordinate safety and productivity measures per company standards.
• Possess basic computer skills and office software proficiency.
• Demonstrate ability to perform mathematical calculations as needed.
• Prioritize tasks and handle multiple deadlines effectively.
• Support growth and efficiency initiatives within the team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Posted Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM

WHY GREAT NORTHERN

Great Northern is a leading developer and manufacturer of creative solutions for packaging, shipping, merchandising and distributing products for industrial, commercial and retail markets. Established in 1962 and privately owned, Great Northern has a long history of providing secure, stable and meaningful positions.

Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives.

Our Production and Purchasing Specialist Schedule:

Monday through Friday, flexible, between standard business hours

POSITION SUMMARY

Following established procedures, responsible for performing all aspects related to board ordering. Acts as an effective back-up to both the production scheduler and buyer, while also performing key administrative and coordination duties related to safety and productivity. Clearly understands and performs the following job duties in accordance with GNC service, quality, and efficiency standards.

1. High school diploma or equivalency. A minimum of two years of experience in purchasing, scheduling, or safety or four-year college degree in a related field of study.

2. Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

3. Ability to perform mathematical calculations: adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions, decimals and percentages.

4. Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

5. Ability to follow verbal, written or diagrammatic instructions.

6. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.

7. Capable of dealing with deadline pressures.

Opportunities for Growth

You will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. Furthermore, you can grow your career with Great Northern through advancement opportunities available at our facilities both locally and nationally.

How We Can Make a Difference:

• Near-site Clinic (Accessible to Team Member & Immediate Family Members)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• 401k with Company Match Up to 4%
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off Bonus
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Loan Program
• $1.50 Hourly Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.