Process Planner

Hallmark Cards•Lawrence, KS

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This Process Planner is at the Lawrence Greetings Production Center. The Process Planning & Imposition executes the supply chain strategy ensuring that the right amount of the right type of product is produced in the right supply chain (U.S. and Asia). For products produced internally by our greetings production plant, the department ensures that all products are planned to be feasible to produce both technically and economically, achieve desired artistic and quality requirements, ensure the lowest total production cost, and meet expected quantity and due date to satisfy customer expectations. The team works closely with section managers and operators to optimize production flows and partners with creative, demand and inventory, litho, and procurement teams. The Greetings Production Center is located in Lawrence, KS. The facility is climate controlled, and has various onsite amenities like a card shop, Cafe', and MiniMart. Apply today!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
2 years experience in a supply chain role
Experience with LEAN principles
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree preferred
Strong mathematical background
Experience with SAP, APO, ECC, MPPS, PPS, ARTS
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead change

Responsibilities

Create gangs to optimize total product cost and improve production flow.
Resolve production issues using knowledge of printing and manufacturing capabilities and systems (PPS, ARTS, MPPS, SAP).
Manage projects related to process changes and new developments.
Develop and update planning guidelines and standard pages.
Provide communication, direction, and training to team members.
Ensure accuracy of printing and manufacturing process files.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental plans
Specialized plan option for people with type 2 diabetes
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
On-site registered nurses who provide health consultations and optional seasonal vaccinations. Health rewards program (earn up to $400 per year).
A 401(k) with a 4% company match vested from day one.
Health savings (HSA) or Flexible spending (FSA) accounts.
During your first year, you’ll receive 18 days (144 hours) of PTO and 10 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and comprehensive fertility benefits for eligible employees.
Climate-controlled and safety-first environment
On-site café that offers hot and cold meals
On-site Hallmark store where you can shop Hallmark products for 50%-75% off
Inclusive environment and a relaxed dress code, with a few safety rules to follow (close-toed shoes are required). Whether you have purple hair or express yourself through body art, we want you to bring your whole self to work.