Located in American Canyon, CA
Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 DOE!
Job Full Description
LOCAL FOOD MANUFACTRING IN AMERICAN IS SEEKING A PRODUCTION PLANNER. THE PAY IS $32.00- $35.00 AN HOUR DOE!
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain short, medium, and long-term production plans for Liquid, Packaging, and Molding operations to ensure customer demand, production capacity, inventory objectives, and service requirements are met.
- Coordinate production schedules across manufacturing, warehousing, transportation, procurement, and customer service functions to ensure seamless execution.
- Monitor production performance against plan and proactively resolve constraints related to materials, labor, equipment capacity, transportation, and inventory availability.
- Evaluate manufacturing capacity, line utilization, tank availability, and material flow to optimize production efficiency and schedule attainment.
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- Collaborate with transportation and logistics teams to align shipping schedules, product availability, and customer delivery requirements.
- Manage inventory levels, safety stock strategies, and replenishment plans to support operational continuity while minimizing excess inventory.
- Utilize SAP, MRP, and planning tools to maintain accurate planning parameters, forecasts, inventory records, and production requirements.
- Analyze trends, operational performance, and planning metrics to identify risks and opportunities and drive data-based decision making.
- Release and monitor raw material and packaging requirements to support uninterrupted production operations.
- Partner with Procurement and suppliers to address supply challenges, shortages, and changing business requirements.
- Coordinate and prioritize rework activities, special projects, and schedule adjustments while maintaining customer service objectives.
- Lead schedule recovery efforts when production disruptions occur and communicate mitigation plans to stakeholders.
- Participate in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and weekly planning reviews as required.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on schedule attainment, inventory optimization, operational efficiency, and service performance.
- Develop strong cross-functional relationships and serve as a trusted planning resource for operational teams.
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Work Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in production planning, supply chain planning, operations, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, or a related role within a manufacturing environment.
- Food manufacturing experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience balancing production requirements, inventory management, transportation constraints, and customer service commitments.
- Proficiency with SAP, MRP/ERP systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
- Experience managing priorities in a fast-paced environment with changing business demands.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across operations, planning, transportation, procurement, warehousing, and customer service functions.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment.
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Education
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing planning experience
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Please contact Express Employment Professional for more details at 707-446-2150
Vacaville, CA
1071
1411 Oliver Road
Suite 101
Fairfield, CA 94534
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