What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Production Planner/Master Scheduler position at Wis-Pak, Inc.?
Are you ready to lead and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment? At Wis-Pak, a leading manufacturer and distributor of Pepsi-Cola and other popular beverage brands, we're on the lookout for an innovative and driven Production Planner to join our Watertown, WI facility.
About Us:
We are a billion-dollar organization with a commitment to innovation and excellence. As we continue to expand, we're seeking forward-thinkers who can drive change, optimize processes, and help shape the future direction of our company.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of management, the Production Planner develops and maintains weekly master production schedules, analyzes these production schedules against available capacity, and uses the master schedule to develop material requirements plans.
JOB DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Note: The job functions , not the individual)
* Maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries and to meet orders while minimizing carrying costs and transportation charges, balancing with the overall warehouse capacity.
* Using the JDE planning systems, prepare and produce master production schedule for assigned product categories.
* With S&OP team, Warehouse, and Facility team members set inventory targets and implement plans that maintain inventory to those targets.
* Utilize the master schedule to develop supplier schedule (material requirements).
* Understand and maintain relevant master data in JDE; driving the efficient use of the planning system messages.
* Track key performance indicators and other metrics; including production plan adherence, percent production capacity utilized, and percent warehouse space utilized.
* Analyze reasons for shortages and develop corrective action
* Develop plans to meet orders during planned maintenance.
* Develop and implement plans for covering orders during unexpected downtime.
* Work with Supply Chain Managers and S&OP Analysts to rebalance production across the network as necessary.
* Ensure that promotional management requirements are being met.
* Monitor/control production schedule changes
* Proactively manage supply chain risks and escalate issues where appropriate
* Work according to all set safety procedures.
What We Offer
* Competitive pay & bonus potential
* Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
* 401(k) with company match
* Profit-sharing plan
* Generous PTO & paid holidays
* An inclusive and collaborative work culture
JOB DISCLAIMER
This list of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Wis-Pak is an equal opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
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