Strategic Production Scheduler & Materials Planner

Graphic Packaging International, LLC; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International, LLC in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler III to coordinate scheduling across production, processing, assembly and packaging activities.

The role focuses on ensuring timely material availability, efficient use of resources, and alignment with customer demand. Candidates will balance inventory and production through MRPs and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High School Education or equivalent + 4 yrs related experience.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Strong collaboration with internal/external partners.

Responsibilities

• Utilize MRP to identify paperboard needs, enter Purchase Orders for material, and follow up with suppliers to confirm deliveries prior to scheduled production.
• Escalate paperboard needs with the Corporate Material Supply Team as needed.
• Create sheeter work order instructions for the plant.
• Ensure accuracy of Raw Material Inventories.
• Coordinate with the Continuous Improvement Dept on communications and corrective actions involving material quality issues with suppliers.
• Identify obsolete materials and coordinate removal with the Material Supply Team.
• Coordinate/Communicate paperboard timing with internal customer service reps.
• Participate in new and transfer business meetings.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

Supplier coordination

Material planning

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Tools

MRP system

Job description

Graphic Packaging International, LLC in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler III to coordinate scheduling across production, processing, assembly and packaging activities.

The role focuses on ensuring timely material availability, efficient use of resources, and alignment with customer demand. Candidates will balance inventory and production through MRPs and cross-functional collaboration.