Strategic Production Planner — On‑Site 3 Days/Week

Ahlstrom; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom is seeking a Production Planner for Windsor Locks, CT to develop and maintain production plans for paper machines and converting equipment. The role balances customer demand, inventory, material availability, and service expectations across customer and market segments.

You'll coordinate production schedules, liaise with Operations, Customer Service, Procurement, and Quality, and utilize ERP/planning tools to maintain master data and optimize asset utilization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Business or Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a professional production planning / supply chain environment is preferred.
• Strong digital literacy including MS Office, ERP systems, planning reports and data analysis.
• Ability to interpret demand, capacity and inventory into practical planning decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; collaborative problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short- and medium-term production plans based on demand, forecasts, inventory targets, material availability, equipment capacity and customer priorities.
• Coordinate schedules and production priorities to optimize equipment utilization while meeting delivery commitments.
• Communicate production schedules, priorities, risks, and changes to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Optimize machine and converting equipment deckles, sequencing, and campaign planning to improve asset utilization.
• Monitor inventory levels and material requirements to support production and customer demand.
• Create and manage intercompany purchase orders and replenishment requests for materials sourced from sister sites.
• Use ERP system and planning tools to monitor requirements, generate purchase cases, and maintain planning master data.
• Calculate quantities and replenishment timing to minimize cost and inventory exposure while maintaining service.
• Use data and performance indicators to support planning decisions and continuous improvement; leverage digital/AI-enabled tools when appropriate.
• Lead or participate in Lean, Kaizen and continuous improvement activities focused on planning accuracy and service performance.
• Ensure timely response to Corrective Action Requests within planning scope and contribute to root cause analysis.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and promote collaborative problem solving and accountability.
• Act as a qualified trainer in areas of expertise and support knowledge sharing.
• Perform other related projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

ERP systems

Data analysis

Planning reports

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Business/Engineering

Tools

MRP

Job description

Ahlstrom is seeking a Production Planner for Windsor Locks, CT to develop and maintain production plans for paper machines and converting equipment. The role balances customer demand, inventory, material availability, and service expectations across customer and market segments.

You'll coordinate production schedules, liaise with Operations, Customer Service, Procurement, and Quality, and utilize ERP/planning tools to maintain master data and optimize asset utilization.