Production Planner - Central

wispakcareers; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(K) with Profit Sharing

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Wis-Pak is seeking a Production Planner to drive efficient production schedules, optimize inventory, and support our manufacturing network across locations. You will balance inventory with warehouse capacity and partner with S&OP, warehouse, and facility teams to meet demand while controlling costs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management and 3+ years of experience, with ERP systems proficiency (MPS, MRP, DRP) and strong Excel/data skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management with 3+ years of experience.
• 11 years of supply chain experience without a degree is acceptable.
• Experience with ERP systems (MPS, MRP, DRP).
• Advanced Excel skills and data analysis ability.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; collaborative mindset.
• APICS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain daily and weekly production schedules using JDE planning systems.
• Balance inventory with warehouse capacity to meet demand while controlling costs.
• Review sales trends and inventory data to forecast raw material needs.
• Partner with S&OP, warehouse, and facility teams to align on inventory targets.
• Track KPIs such as production adherence and yield.
• Communicate with customer service and facility teams to address issues.
• Support promotional planning and manage schedule changes proactively.
• Collaborate across departments to keep operations running efficiently.
• Travel to other locations for training and development opportunities.
• Keep safety at the forefront of everything you do.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

11 years of relevant supply chain exp without a degree

APICS certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems: MPS, MRP, DRP

Microsoft Excel

JDE planning systems

Job description

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store.

As a billion-dollar organization, we're growing fast and innovating even faster. We're looking for passionate, forward-thinking individuals who want to make a real impact. If you're ready to help shape the future of manufacturing and distribution, Wis-Pak is the place for you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Profit Sharing
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

We're looking for a Production Planner who will play a key role in driving efficient production schedules, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring seamless operations across our manufacturing network. This is your opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team, collaborate across departments, and help deliver high-quality products to our customers--on time, every time.

What You’ll Do

• Creating and maintaining daily and weekly production schedules using JDE planning systems
• Balancing inventory levels with warehouse capacity to meet demand while controlling costs
• Reviewing sales trends and inventory data to forecast raw material needs
• Partnering with S&OP, warehouse, and facility teams to align on inventory targets
• Tracking key performance metrics such as production adherence and yield
• Communicating with customer service and facility teams to address issues and ensure satisfaction
• Supporting promotional planning and managing schedule changes proactively
• Collaborating across departments to keep operations running efficiently
• Traveling to other locations for training and development opportunities, as needed
• Keeping safety at the forefront of everything you do

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management and three (3+) years of relevant professional experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Candidates who do not possess a bachelor's degree may qualify with eleven (11) years of relevant supply chain, planning, purchasing, or related experience.

• Strong experience with ERP systems (MPS, MRP, DRP)
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel skills and high comfort working with data
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skillsThe ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organizationA proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• APICS certification preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future.Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.

Ready to make a difference?

Join us and be part of a team that's refreshing the world--one bottle at a time.