Job Description

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Production Planning Manager

MISSION / SUMMARY:

The Production Planning Manager is responsible for ensuring that the facility has a clear understanding of each job’s plan for production. The Production Planning Manager communicates customer specifications to the facility through material requisitions, job tickets, meetings, and emails. The Production Planning Manager is knowledgeable about the equipment, materials, and technologies used in the Folding Carton Industry. The Production Planning Manager communicates effectively with all department managers and provides leadership to accomplish production goals. This role reports directly to the site manager.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job function include but are not limited to the following.

• Works closely with Sales & Customer Service to understand the customer’s expectations

• Collaborates with Pre-Press, Design, & Purchasing to pre-plan orders

• Responsible for oversight of the Pre-press, plant scheduler and customer service (sales and support specialist) teams

• Reviews jobs with MFG. Management to ensure an effective plan is in place

• Leads various meetings where jobs are presented to the facility

• Establish case & pallet size/configuration

• Works with Purchasing to consume aging inventory

• Collaborates with Printing & Converting to develop combo forms

• Works with Customer Service to enter customer specifications into ASI

• Outsources work as needed

• Communicates with Scheduling to maximize scheduling efficiencies

• Knowledgeable about the materials needed for each manufacturing process

• Actively leads and participates in meetings

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Follow company safety requirements

• Comply with all company rules and regulations

Required Skills:

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to work independently & proactively

• Ability to use sound judgment and remain focused while dealing with multiple priorities and deadlines

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work within a team environment

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, (outlook, excel, word, etc.)

These skills below are one we expect the Production Planning Manager to learn through the course of their position and be able to efficiently perform them:

• Advanceware software

• Pre-production elements of folding carton manufacturing

• Equipment & processing in folding carton manufacturing

REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:

Background/Experience:

• At least 5 years of professional experience, preferably in a similar industry and manufacturing

• Prior supervisor experience is preferred

Education/Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s Degree or at least 5 years of related work experience in lieu of degree

Pay Range: $88,000.00 - $117,300.00

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email accommodations@graphicpkg.com

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