Warehouse Production Planner (2nd Shift)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive 2nd Shift Warehouse Production Planner to join our team. The Production Planner plays a critical role in orchestrating the seamless flow of customer orders through our warehouse, ensuring efficient operations and on-time delivery.

• Workflow Coordination via WMS
• Evaluate current forecasts and operational data to determine the most effective flow of work.
• Develop and implement plans to achieve maximum efficiency within all warehouse departments, considering planned headcount and resource availability.
• Communicate proactively and effectively with other warehouse departments (e.g., Inbound, Picking, Packing, Outbound) to coordinate material requirements.
• Maintain detailed reports of all performance or procedural deviations.
• Provide daily reviews of these reports with Supervisors, highlighting areas for improvement and potential bottlenecks.
• Utilize problem-solving tools and methodologies to address process or target deviations promptly.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within the planning and workflow processes.
• Perform other duties as instructed, which may include tasks across various departments beyond just Inbound/Outbound operations.
• Support overall warehouse objectives as needed.

Qualifications

• Education:
• High School Diploma/GED, REQUIRED
• Technical/Vocational education or Associate degree, PREFERRED
• Experience:
• Demonstrated experience in a production planning, dispatch, or similar role within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Blue Yonder WMS Experience: Intermediate experience working with Blue Yonder or a similar Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Microsoft 365 Proficiency: Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Effective Communication & Teamwork: Intermediate effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proactivity & Results Focus: Basic understanding and ability to demonstrate proactivity with a focus on achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Organization & 6S Adherence: Intermediate ability to maintain a highly organized approach to work and adhere to 6S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety).
• Basic Math, Reading, Writing: Basic understanding of math concepts, ability to read and comprehend instructions, and legible writing skills.
• Measuring Equipment: Basic ability to use and read measuring equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods, use a computer, and communicate effectively.
• Frequent walking and standing within the warehouse environment may be required.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions common to a warehouse setting (e.g., varying temperatures, noise levels).