Production Planner

CANPACK Group; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CANPACK Group in Indiana is seeking a Production Planner to organize production planning based on inventory analysis and scheduling to meet customer demand. You will develop and maintain the production schedule, raw material plan, and intercompany purchase requirements under the direction of the Production Planning Manager, ensuring on-time delivery.

The role requires strong analytical skills, SAP experience, and proficiency with MS Excel, with attention to detail and the ability to work both

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Supply Chain/Business Logistics or equivalent.
• Previous SAP experience a plus
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decisions
• MS Office proficiency, including Excel
• Excellent written and oral communication; detail-oriented

Responsibilities

• Advise and support Production Manager to manage stock levels for seasonal demand.
• Schedule production lines to meet customer and forecasted demands.
• Plan machine schedules yearly, quarterly, monthly, and weekly.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and communicate production plans.
• Receive and review orders; ensure completion using internal procedures.
• Use SAP and computerized systems to manage capacity planning.
• Maintain relationships with cross-functional departments.
• Aim for high production schedule attainment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

MS Office (Excel)

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Written and oral communication

Independent and team work

Growth mindset

Education

Associate’s degree in Supply Chain/Business Logistics

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Summary

Organize production planning based on inventory analysis, forward warehouse coordination and related responsibilities. Responsible for the development and maintenance of the production schedule, raw material plan, and intercompany purchase requirements to ensure customer needs are met, as directed by the Production Planning Manager.

Essential Functions/Key Deliverables

• Advise and support Production Manager to effectively manage stock levels in preparation of seasonal demand to maximize product sales.
• Responsible for scheduling production lines to meet customer and forecasted demands.
• Plan machine schedules yearly, quarterly, monthly, and weekly.
• Manage stock effectively to meet seasonal demands.
• Maintain high level of inventory accuracy.
• Communicate the planning of production and/or stoppage of production lines to management.
• Assist planning team to organize timely delivery of goods to customers.
• Receive customer/work orders and ensure their completion using appropriate internal procedures.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of systems, including performing internal audits training as required.
• Receive /review orders and ensure their completion using appropriate internal procedures.
• Manage capacity planning for production lines.
• Effectively use SAP and computerized systems.
• Maintain good relationships with cross-functional departments.
• Assist with ensuring a high level of production schedule attainment.
• Perform any other duty reasonable corresponding with the role.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Associate’s degree in Supply Chain/Business Logistics or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous SAP experience a plus
• Strong analytical skills, ability to draw conclusions from data.
• MS Office including Excel experience.
• Strong critical-thinking skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy and organization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to function both independently and as part of a team; must be flexible and excited to grow with the organization.

Physical Demands

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

• O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
• F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
• C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs

Push/Pull 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs

Stand O Walk O Sit O Manually Manipulate O Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend O Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
• Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speaking
• Sense of Touch
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelines
• Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CANPACK Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to job requirements, unless such distinction is required by law.

Company Profile

At CANPACK Group, our success is based on employees' success. Our ability to grow and to be the supplier of choice for our clients is based on building the strongest team possible.

If you are driven by bold and ambitious goal you have what it takes to become a successful member of the CANPACK team! CANPACK has a strong foundation built on close customer relationships, quality excellence and a unique culture and values.

Founded 30 years ago, CANPACK has grown to become one of the leading global players on the international packaging market. We are dedicated to providing our clients with environmentally friendly, modern packaging solutions on time and wherever needed and are looking for forward-thinking, flexible and engaged people to develop with us as we pursue our growth strategy.

CANPACK produces a wide range of aluminum beverage cans, glass bottles, metal closures and containers for food and chemical industries. We operate 29 production sites in 19 countries around the world and sell our products to over 100. With sustainability and corporate social responsibility being an important part of the Groups DNA, CANPACK actively supports initiatives dedicated to environmental protection and local communities. Visit CANPACK website to learn more.