Packaging Planner

Gummy Works is dedicated to “manufacturing perfection, one gummy at a time,” delivering high-quality, delicious, and nutritious gummy vitamins that support customer health and wellbeing. As gummy specialists, the company focuses on using premium ingredients and reliable production methods to create effective, enjoyable products. Gummy Works continuously innovates its manufacturing processes to improve product consistency, safety, and performance. The team is also committed to exceptional customer service, ensuring that every product and interaction reflects their standards of quality and care.

Job Summary

The Packaging Planner at Gummy Works is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating all packaging materials and activities to support production and customer demand. This role ensures the right packaging materials are available at the right time, in the right quantities, while maintaining quality, cost efficiency, and compliance with food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly packaging schedules based on demand, production output, and material availability.
• Plan and manage inventory levels of packaging materials (bags, bottles, pouches, cartons, labels, corrugate, etc.)
• Coordinate with Production, Procurement, Quality, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth packaging operations
• Create and update packaging production schedules to minimize downtime and material shortages
• Monitor packaging material consumption and adjust plans based on demand changes
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure on‑time delivery and resolve shortages or delays
• Maintain accurate packaging data in ERP/MRP systems (forecasts, BOMs, safety stock, lead times)
• Identify opportunities to improve packaging efficiency, reduce waste, and control costs
• Ensure all packaging materials meet food safety, regulatory, and brand requirements
• Support new product launches by coordinating packaging trials and material readiness
• Analyze packaging KPIs (inventory turns, service levels, waste, downtime) and report performance
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within packaging and supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field (preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in packaging planning, production planning, or supply chain within food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing
• Strong understanding of packaging materials and manufacturing processes
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Microsoft 365 Dynamics or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills
• Ability to work cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required, English is required.

Additional Skills

• Experience specifically in gummy manufacturing or vitamin/supplement production.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, FDA requirements)
• APICS/CPIM or similar certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Gummy Works is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.