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Production Planner

Ferrara
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2025
Job Location: Chicago

Want to make an impact?

Responsible for providing a short-term finite capacity-constrained production schedule with an optimal, feasible and realistic sequence of materials in accordance with the availability of resources (production lines/labor) and materials. This role works strategically with production, facility management team, and corporate functional heads to support reducing costs and realizing optimal inventory levels.

Ways you will make a difference

  • Production Planner acts as a liaison across functions and team members
  • Decisions made by the Production Scheduler has direct impacts on the cost to manufacture.
  • Achieving an optimal sequencing effects time required for cleaning, change overs and start-ups which affect cost.
  • Accuracy of the production schedule effects the plants ability to efficiency and manage the correct resources (labor) and materials, preventing over staffing, and potentially high inventory levels.

Skills that will make you successful

  • Excellent communication skills (strong verbal and written required).
  • Customer service skills.
  • Leadership and teamwork skills.
  • Interpersonal skills (ability to effectively work with all levels from hourly to management).
  • Time management and multi-tasking skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Experiences that will support your success

  • Successful experience in manufacturing environment with responsibility for Production or Supply Chain Management.
  • Firm understanding of manufacturing and distribution processes.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles and processes, and a passion for continuous improvement preferred.
  • Experience in production scheduling, material handling, and/or supply chain management.
  • Prior experience negotiating with vendors.
  • Factory master data management and SAP skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Understanding and ability to follow the product life cycle process

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits @ https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center .

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $68,625 to $96,075 annually.

Salary : $68,625 - $96,075

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