Production Planner

About the role

Take your career to the next level in manufacturing operations! Join our Operations Planning team in Bloomington, Indiana, where you'll be at the heart of our production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Production Schedule Development & Optimization – Develop effective and efficient press schedules using production orders to meet customer requirements while maximizing manufacturing efficiencies across machines and downstream operations
• Material & Resource Coordination – Confirm graphics and raw materials are available to support the press schedule prior to production; collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and minimize aged raw material inventory
• Schedule Communication & Publishing – Publish and communicate production schedules to all relevant stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner; coordinate daily with associates and support groups across all operational areas and shifts
• Customer & Stakeholder Communication – Communicate regularly with Customer Delivery Associates (CDAs) to meet customer needs and manage expectations; keep management and stakeholders proactively informed of production progress, potential issues, and schedule changes
• Performance Tracking & Reporting – Track production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and investigate orders produced short or over to determine root causes; create reports, schedules, and production plans using Excel and PRISM
• Problem Resolution & Continuous Improvement – Identify and resolve issues related to production delays, material shortages, and other operational challenges; implement changes to optimize scheduling efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall plant performance

Requirements

• Age: Must be 18+ years old
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent OR equivalent experience
• Experience: Preferably in a manufacturing scheduling or production planning role
• Assessments: Must pass drug screening and background check
• Internal Candidates: Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with our Core Values and be in good performance standing with no disciplinary issues
• Physical Demands: Ability to work in a manufacturing environment when required, including exposure to noise, temperature variation, and industrial equipment; ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the manufacturing facility; capability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally; visual acuity to read computer screens, reports, and documentation; manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and perform efficient data entry; ability to climb stairs and navigate multi-level facilities; hearing ability to communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment; ability to wear required PPE on production floor (hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, safety glasses)
• Essential Skills: Production Scheduling – Proven ability to develop and maintain accurate, efficient production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple competing priorities; Manufacturing Knowledge – Understanding of flexible packaging manufacturing processes, including lamination, printing, and slitting operations, with the ability to troubleshoot complex production challenges; Material & Resource Coordination – Knowledge of material planning, inventory management, and supply chain coordination to ensure resource availability and meet production targets; Technical Proficiency – Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PRISM software, with the ability to work effectively within scheduling database systems; Advanced Excel Skills – Preferred proficiency in advanced Excel features, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros, advanced IF functions (SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, AVERAGEIFS), and data visualization tools; Data Analysis & Reporting – Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex production data, track performance metrics, and generate actionable insights and reports; Communication Skills – Exceptional written and oral communication skills for effective collaboration across all organizational levels and functional areas; Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Proven ability to identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, production delays, and material shortages proactively and efficiently; Organization & Attention to Detail – Strong organizational and logistics management abilities with close attention to detail and efficient data entry skills; Multitasking & Adaptability – Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while adapting quickly to changing production requirements and customer needs; Collaboration – Strong active listening skills with the ability to work cross-functionally, make accommodations as needed, and build effective working relationships; Continuous Improvement – Ability to identify opportunities and implement changes that optimize scheduling efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall plant performance

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive Salary – Exempt salaried position with competitive compensation
• Benefits Package – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, STD and LTD, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, PPE Allowance
• Career Growth – Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and professional development

What to Expect

• Setting: Primarily office-based with regular plant floor exposure
• Conditions: Moderate noise levels from production equipment; occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, and temperature variation on the plant floor
• Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility for operational needs; occasional overtime during peak production periods
• Team Environment: Daily collaboration with production associates, CDAs, Planner Analysts, and support groups in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Printpack is Proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer

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