Production and Material Planner

ConAgra Foods•Henning, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will create and manage detailed production and material plans to support plant operations while aligning schedules with demand, capacity, labor, and material availability. You will partner cross functionally to optimize production performance, minimize disruptions, and ensure consistent execution of supply plans in a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma required
1+ years of experience in production planning, material planning, supply chain, manufacturing operations, or a related environment.
Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Strong analytical skills with the capability to interpret data, solve problems, and make informed decisions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the capability to work cross functionally and with external partners.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and effective use of systems.
Proven track record of managing multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage production and material plans, including detailed schedules, sequencing, and escalation of short-term material issues to align with capacity, labor, and demand requirements.
Optimize production runs and material flow to reduce downtime, control costs, and maintain customer service levels.
Convert and manage production and material orders in SAP, ensuring readiness for execution and adjusting plans as conditions change.
Coordinate material availability through supplier deliveries, inventory movements, and plant logistics aligned to production schedules.
Monitor and manage execution risks such as material shortages, capacity constraints, and supplier delays, proactively adjusting plans to minimize disruption.
Partner with Sales and Operations Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Operations, Logistics, Warehouse, Procurement, and suppliers to resolve constraints and maintain continuity.
Communicate risks, changes, and performance updates to stakeholders and participate in planning routines and daily management systems.
Drive continuous improvement and support Lean initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
Identify and escalate data or system issues, including lead times, lot sizes, and inventory accuracy, that impact execution.
Ensure compliance with food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, and company standards.