Production Planner (Print Industry)

Variety Staffing; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Vacation and Sick Time

Job summary

Variety Staffing in Tinton Falls, New Jersey is seeking an experienced Production Planner to oversee all aspects of production for client projects. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of industry experience and strong project management skills. Responsibilities include managing timelines, ensuring quality standards, and coordinating with various teams. This role offers opportunities to work on exciting projects for major global brands, along with a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of direct industry experience in a production planning role.
• Excellent project skills and problem solving.
• Great communication skills and a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of production for assigned jobs from start to finish.
• Deliver products on-time while ensuring client expectations are met.
• Coordinate and communicate with department managers to meet requirements.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

10 years of industry experience in production planning

Job description

SUMMARY

The Production Planner plays a key role in bringing client projects to life through the careful planning and production oversight of each job. We’re looking for someone who is experienced in a variety of print production methods, highly organized, a strong communicator, and has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment for a growing company. This role will offer the right candidate the opportunity to work on exciting projects and put their skills to work for some of the world’s largest brands.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages all aspects of production for assigned jobs from start to finish
• Deliver products on‑time while ensuring we’re meeting client expectations and quality standards
• Own all internal and vendor communications to ensure customer requirements are met or exceeded
• Provide consultation to Sales, Customer Service and Clients on best production practices
• Create a great customer experience by producing and delivering world‑class print products
• Coordinate outside vendor purchases in coordination with the Outsourcing Manager
• Ensure all materials required for the job are accurately delivered within the appropriate time frame - paper, dies, cartons, etc.
• Ensure each job is planned within given budget while achieving quality, accurate production and on‑time delivery
• Attend internal meetings, bringing fresh ideas and solutions to the group whenever possible
• Bring timely updates to the Production Manager of changes in schedules or specifications to jobs
• Coordinate and communicate with department managers to ensure schedule and quality requirements are met
• Ensure all proofs, draw downs and prototypes are of the highest quality and accuracy prior to delivering to the client
• Assist with "Customer Ok’s" when clients are on‑site, when needed
• Review project costs to ensure billing accuracy

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 10 years of direct industry experience in a production planning role
• Excellent project skills and problem solving
• Sound judgement and knows when to escal… issues and concerns of production projects
• The ability to interact and communicate with members of the internal team
• Great communication skills and a professional attitude
• Microsoft Office skills a must

BENEFITS

• 401k with company match, Medical, Dental and Vision
• Vacation, Sick Time, and Closed Holidays