Sr. Production Planning Coordinator at Dairy Farmers of America

Franklin, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Planning, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management, Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, Communication, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Data Maintenance, Forecasting, Reporting, Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety Compliance

Industry

Dairy Product Manufacturing

Description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Sr. Production Planning Coordinator We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities! Monday thru Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm GENERAL PURPOSE Perform daily activities to ensure that production schedules are met and shipments to customers are completed on time, considering customer orders, current demand forecasts, and the availability of raw materials and production capacity. Work with production scheduling as well as purchasing and other manufacturing teams to ensure that production materials are available and adjust the schedule, with appropriate approval. Keep accurate records in appropriate systems or databases for planning/scheduling of finished product. Work daily with Customer Service to ensure service levels are met. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Coordinate production schedules to attain production objectives * Identify deviations from schedules and budgets, and take appropriate action * Provide support in forecasting costs, workload, and material requirements and in establishing inventory and production goals * Check the work schedule based on customer orders and the availability of raw materials and production capacity * Work with production planning, purchasing, production, shipping, and others to expedite product flow through operations * Communicate to customer service any shortages/problems with finished product prior to shipments * Oversee data (e.g., in SAP) in relations to bulk and packaging process orders * Perform master data maintenance including entry and validation of materials requirements and production planning metrics; reconcile production data * Produce regular and ad-hoc reports * Assist production scheduling planners to manage raw inventory * Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues * Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements * The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * High school diploma or equivalent * 2 to 4 years of production, inventory, materials, or related experience * Knowledge of supply chain management preferred * Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems (e.g., Excel and SAP) * Knowledge of plant processes in relation to production processes for each line * Able to communicate with various levels of personnel to ensure customers’ needs and requirements are met * Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail * Able to effectively manage time and meet deadlines * Able to problem solve, multi-task and prioritize own work activities * Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills) * Able to complete basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions * Able to to conduct research into issues or situations * Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Responsibilities

The Sr. Production Planning Coordinator is responsible for coordinating production schedules to meet objectives and ensuring timely shipments to customers. This role involves working closely with various teams to manage raw materials and production capacity.