We are seeking a highly skilled Production Planner with experience in the food, personal care, or medical device industries. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, a strong understanding of capacity and scenario planning, and a hands-on approach to production processes. This role requires someone who is willing to engage with production teams on the floor when necessary.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production capacity and resources.
- Conduct capacity and scenario planning to identify potential bottlenecks and recommend solutions.
- Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to schedules and resolve any issues that arise.
- Utilize advanced Excel functions to analyze data and generate reports for management review.
- Engage directly with production staff to understand workflow and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in food, personal care, or medical device production.
- Assist in inventory management and forecasting to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies where applicable.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in production planning within the food, personal care, or medical device industries.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, etc.).
- Experience in capacity and scenario planning.
- Hands-on approach with a willingness to work directly on the production floor as needed.
- Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is a plus.
- Six Sigma certification is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.