Network Production Planner (Full-Time/1st Shift) Watertown, WI

Wis-Pak, Inc.
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Watertown
860 West St (Show on map)
Sep 10, 2024
Job Brief Develops and maintains weekly master production schedules, analyzes these production schedules against available capacity, and uses the master schedule to develop material requirements plans. ABOUT US We are Wis-Pak, a leading manufacturer and distributor of popular beverages such as Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina water, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn sparkling water, and Bubbl'r. You've probably seen and bought our products at your local stores or restaurants. We are a billion-dollar manufacturing and distribution organization offering ample opportunities to drive change, innovate processes, and help shape our company's future direction. We are looking for difference makers in all areas of our business to join us on our growth journey. WHAT WE OFFER Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) Employee product discount PTO & paid holidays 401(k) with company match Profit-sharing Education reimbursement & professional development Employee assistance program A safe, respectful, and inclusive work culture ABOUT THE JOB 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. Assist in development and enhancement of S&OP processes. 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 and unexpected downtime. Work with Supply Chain Managers and S&OP Analysts to rebalance production across the network as necessary. Travel to other Wis-Pak locations may be required for training and program development. DISCLAIMER The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request. ABOUT YOU The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in supply chain management; or a combination of education (including professional certifications, eg, APICS) and relevant experience. Must have strong computer knowledge of ERP Software systems-including planning applications (MPS, MRP, DRP). Will have strong Microsoft Office skills: Word, Excel, pivot table and data graphing experience a plus. 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.