Production Planner
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Inventory Control & Analysis
Conventional Position Summary
Organize production planning based on inventory analysis, forward warehouse coordination and related responsibilities. Responsible for the development and maintenance of the production schedule, raw material plan, and intercompany purchase requirements to ensure customer needs are met, as directed by the Production Planning Manager.
Essential Functions/Key DeliverablesAdvise and support Production Manager to effectively manage stock levels in preparation of seasonal demand to maximize product sales. Responsible for scheduling production lines to meet customer and forecasted demands. Plan machine schedules yearly, quarterly, monthly, and weekly. Manage stock effectively to meet seasonal demands. Maintain high level of inventory accuracy. Communicate the planning of production and/or stoppage of production lines to management.
Assist planning team to organize timely delivery of goods to customers. Receive customer/work orders and ensure their completion using appropriate internal procedures. Assist with the implementation and maintenance of systems, including performing internal audits training as required. Receive /review orders and ensure their completion using appropriate internal procedures. Manage capacity planning for production lines. Effectively use SAP and computerized systems.
Maintain good relationships with cross-functional departments. Assist with ensuring a high level of production schedule attainment. Perform any other duty reasonable corresponding with the role.
Associate’s degree in Supply Chain/Business Logistics or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous SAP experience a plus Strong analytical skills, ability to draw conclusions from data. MS Office including Excel experience. Strong critical-thinking skills with a solution-oriented mindset. Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy and organization. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to function both independently and as part of a team;
must be flexible and excited to grow with the organization.
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+hrs/day)
Lift/Carry10lbsorless F 11-25lbsFPush/Pull 10lbsor lessF
11-25lbsFStand O Walk O Sit O Manually Manipulate O Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend O Other
Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speaking
Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelines
Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment
Work Environment Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather
Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
CANPACK Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to job requirements, unless such distinction is required by law.
At CANPACK Group, our success is based on employees' success. Our ability to grow and to be the supplier of choice for our clients is based on building the strongest team possible. If you are driven by bold and ambitious goal you have what it takes to become a successful member of the CANPACK team! CANPACK has a strong foundation built on close customer relationships, quality excellence and a unique culture and values.
Founded 30 years ago, CANPACK has grown to become one of the leading global players on the international packaging market. We are dedicated to providing our clients with environmentally friendly, modern packaging solutions on time and wherever needed and are looking for forward-thinking, flexible and engaged people to develop with us as we pursue our growth strategy.…
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