Production Planner II

American Fruits and Flavors, LLC; San Fernando (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

American Fruits and Flavors, LLC is seeking an experienced Production Planner II to create and manage production schedules, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and help ensure efficient operations from raw materials to finished products. If you're detail-oriented and proactive, this fast-paced role offers opportunities to contribute to a growing operation.

The position requires a minimum of 3 years in manufacturing production planning, proficiency with ERP systems and Excel, and strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in Manufacturing production planning.
• Experience with ERP software is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Detail-oriented with proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Providing timely delivery of daily, weekly, and/or monthly production plans while adhering to planning best practice.
• Providing proactive communication with key personnel to ensure adherence to schedule and processes.
• Collaborating with personnel to develop plan of action for shortages, downtime, etc.
• Providing product availability information to customer service via work order status.
• Resolving discrepancies related to inventory, scheduling, and production.
• Managing daily tasks including reviewing shortage alerts and communicating with team.
• Generating purchase requisitions for raw materials and packaging supplies.
• Supplying shipping/receiving with pull sheets for next-day production.
• Must have regular, punctual attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production planning

ERP software

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Behind every successful production operation is a plannerwho keeps everything moving.

We're looking for an experienced Production Planner IIto create and manage production schedules, coordinate with cross-functionalteams, and help ensure efficient operations from raw materials to finishedproducts. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and thrive in a fast-movingenvironment, let's connect!

General Description of Duties

The Production Planner Level II is expected to have mastered all responsibilities of the Production Planner Level I role. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules based on customer orders, sales forecasts, and inventory requirements. The PP Level II will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient production planning. Success in this role requires strong multitasking abilities, excellent organizational skills, and the capacity to perform in a fast-paced environment. Responsible for contributing to the efficient and profitable operation of the company. This individual must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that foster good relationships with clients, co-workers and supervisors, while achieving and enhancing performance standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Providing timely delivery of daily, weekly, and/or monthly production plans while adhering to planning best practice methodology.
• Providing proactive communication with key personnel to ensure adherence to schedule and processes.
• Collaborating with personnel to develop plan of action for shortages, scheduled and unscheduled downtime, etc. to ensure high customer service.
• Responsible for providing product availability information to customer service via work order status.
• Resolve discrepancies related to inventory, scheduling, and production by collaborating closely with all areas of Operations.
• Manage daily tasks including reviewing shortage alerts, troubleshooting production issues, and maintaining clear communication with team members.
• Provide detailed production plans to both Production and Quality Control departments.
• Generate purchase requisitions for raw materials and packaging supplies as needed and maintain accurate packaging inventory levels.
• Supply the Shipping/Receiving department with pull sheets for required raw materials for next-day production.
• Must have regular, punctual attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing production planning.
• Experience with ERP software is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Capable of identifying issues, developing solutions, and implementing them successfully.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Positive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent multitasking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Must report to any company facility according to company need, sometimes with same-day notice.

LOCATION

DEPARTMENT

Production

JOB TYPE

Production

SALARY RANGE

$25-30 per hour DOE

SALARY RANGE $25-30 per hour DOE Compensation Range: Actual salary/hourly wages are determined upon a variety of factors such as level of experience, skills, education and /or certifications, and location.