Sustainable Packaging ERP Production Planner

Huhtamaki, Inc.; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki, Inc. in Hopkinsville, KY, is seeking a production planning professional to optimize capacity and timeliness across the plant. You will collaborate with planning, operations, and customer service to align schedules with demand and maximize efficiency.

Strong ERP/MRP experience and a background in manufacturing are essential. Ideal candidates bring a solid foundation in planning and inventory, plus familiarity with office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; a 4-year degree in Business Management or related field preferred.
• Experience with ERP or MRP manufacturing software; BPCS experience is a plus.
• Broad knowledge of planning, manufacturing, inventory, and customer focus.
• Knowledge of pulp and paper industry preferred; APICS involvement/certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage production capacity for Hopkinsville facility.
• Work with Production Planning Team to ensure processing of orders in a timely manner.
• Assign shop orders to appropriate work centers and coordinate with Operations and Customer Service to prioritize production.
• Communicate updated schedule status as needed.
• Provide daily Operations updates.
• Generate and distribute production reports to support subsequent production activities.
• Other responsibilities as needed to achieve company goals.
• Assist with ERP implementation and serve as plant-wide point person.
• Assist with monthly and annual inventories.

Skills

Planning

Inventory management

Customer focus

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP software

BPCS

Job description

Huhtamaki, Inc. in Hopkinsville, KY, is seeking a production planning professional to optimize capacity and timeliness across the plant. You will collaborate with planning, operations, and customer service to align schedules with demand and maximize efficiency.

Strong ERP/MRP experience and a background in manufacturing are essential. Ideal candidates bring a solid foundation in planning and inventory, plus familiarity with office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).