Production Planner / Master Planner at Qual Pac Sugarland
Grand Prairie, Texas, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jul, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

19 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Production planning, Master production schedule, Inventory accuracy, Scheduling, Manufacturing operations, WMS, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, Time management, Multitasking, Problem-solving, Communication, Analytical skills, Data analysis, Supply chain coordination

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description
PRODUCTION PLANNER / MASTER PLANNER (LEVEL BASED ON EXPERIENCE) Location: Grand Prairie, TX (On-Site) Company: Qual Pac (A Pro Pac Company) Client Site: Frito-Lay Dedicated Facility Quality Packaging (Qual Pac) is seeking motivated individuals with a strong professional ethic, a passion for continuous improvement, and a collaborative mindset. With over 50 years in business, our success is rooted in a culture built on three core principles: our employees are our most important asset, we stand by our word, and our customer’s needs are our top priority. If you are looking for a career where you can make a meaningful impact alongside more than 1,000 team members, we encourage you to apply. Please note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. ---------------------------------------- POSITION SUMMARY The Production Planner / Master Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring the flow of products throughout the production cycle. This role ensures production lines are effectively scheduled to meet customer delivery commitments while supporting internal financial and operational goals. This position will be leveled based on experience, with opportunities to take on increased ownership and strategic planning responsibilities at the Master Planner level. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting operations at a dedicated Frito-Lay facility. This role requires daily on-site presence at the facility to support real-time production planning, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position. Pay Range: $60,000 – $70,000 (based on experience) ---------------------------------------- ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Plan, prepare, issue, and maintain production schedules to support a smooth and controlled production flow * Schedule production lines and confirm material availability to meet production requirements * Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) * Prepare work orders and purchase requests based on production requirements * Track material requirements to ensure approved materials are available when needed * Review and monitor inventory status to maintain a minimum of 99% inventory accuracy * Take corrective action with internal teams to resolve scheduling or inventory issues * Participate in daily/weekly production meetings and communicate schedule changes in a timely manner * Collaborate closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Shipping/Receiving teams * Support operational goals including production attainment, inventory accuracy, and on-time shipment performance * Identify risks to production or delivery schedules and coordinate solutions with internal stakeholders ---------------------------------------- QUALIFICATIONS GENERAL * Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills * Professional and effective communicator with internal teams and external partners * Strong time management and multitasking abilities * Willingness to work additional hours as needed * Ability to work on-site full time (not eligible for remote work) * Authorized to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years of age EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required) * High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred * 1+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations * Experience developing or supporting production schedules in a manufacturing environment preferred * Hands-on experience with WMS and/or ERP systems (2+ years preferred) * Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage priorities, lead times, and scheduling constraints COMPUTER SKILLS * Proficient in Windows-based systems * Intermediate or higher proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word OTHER SKILLS * Strong verbal and written communication skills in English * Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus * Results-driven and goal-oriented * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions   ---------------------------------------- ABOUT PRO PAC AND QUAL PAC Founded in 1971, Professional Packaging Systems (Pro Pac) brings deep knowledge and expertise to deliver the best packaging solutions for our customers. We serve a wide range of industries including food and beverage, e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, automotive, electronics, cosmetics, and more. We are headquartered in Grand Prairie, Texas, with regional sales branches in El Paso and Brownsville, TX, and contract packaging and fulfillment operations in Brookshire, TX; Charlotte, NC; and Olathe, KS. Join a growing team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering superior products and services. Learn more at: https://www.propac.com/ [https://www.propac.com/]

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Responsibilities
The Production Planner is responsible for scheduling production lines, maintaining the master production schedule, and ensuring material availability to meet customer delivery commitments. They also monitor inventory accuracy and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling or operational issues.
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