The Visual Pak Companies is hiring : Production Planner in Waukegan

MediabistroWaukegan, IL, United States

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Description

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The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.

30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work / life balance to join our team.

Position Purpose / Summary : The Production Planner works with customers, production, warehouse, co-workers and suppliers to establish optimum production schedules and run strategies.

Direct Reports

None.

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables

An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

All duties as assigned and the following specific activities.

Act as liaison between customers, CSRs, account managers, and the plant to relay key data, execute orders, and meet delivery dates.

Determines production priorities by analyzing manufacturing capacity, studying customer orders or forecasts, and mastering production schedule needs while controlling inventory levels.

Monitors production by collecting production data, and comparing progress to schedule, customer orders, and inventory.

Resolves scheduling problems by collecting and analyzing information, and coordinating with co-workers and vendors to create a solution.

Release necessary materials and components from vendors using customer forecasts, orders, inventory levels, and production schedules in order to achieve established delivery dates for customer-owned inventory only.

Input, monitor, and maintain accurate data within internal company MRP system and external customer MRP systems (Navision, SAP, other)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

On-going outcome that is measurable

Maintains all customer forecasts for the sustainability of the accounts and production scheduling; action orders to release for the weekly schedule lock.

Maintains inventory accuracy of all customer-owned inventory

Maintains a solid relationship with CSRs & account managers for their accounts

Learn other accounts to be a backup to other planners

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k)

401(k) match

Pet Insurance

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Subsidy

Childcare Resources

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or other relevant field

APICS certification preferred

Experience

5 years’ professional experience in a contract Manufacturing environment

Technology / Software

Proven Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) proficiency

Proficient, knowledgeable and comfortable working with an MRP system, including item and Bill of material maintenance, forecast maintenance, sales order maintenance and purchase orders

Communication

Communication skills in both English and Spanish (2nd Spanish preferred)

Strong motivating and team-building skills (mentoring and coaching)

Physical Capabilities

Strength : Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Movement : Regularly stands; walks; sits; uses hands to type, grasp / handle, or reach with hands and arms. May need to stoop, kneel or crouch.

Hearing : Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment

Vision : Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularly

MISCELLANEOUS

Travel : N / A

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs .

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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