Production Planning and Control Manager

Shamrock Foods • Aurora, CO

3d

About The Position

The Production Planning and Control Manager manages production planning and control duties for Operations. This role is crucial for overseeing flow optimization from a labor planning perspective, implementing regular routines for labor planning, and adjusting production schedules as needed. The manager will develop production schedules considering inventory and labor availability, analyze data for informed decision-making, and partner cross-functionally with various departments. They will also teach key freight flow optimization concepts and coordinate with purchasing to ensure raw material availability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 6+ years of experience in distribution, labor planning, and/or an automation environment
• Ability to work cross functionally
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to influence without authority
• Proactive problem solving skills
• Must be flexible and willing to work the demands of the department which may be subject to evenings, weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge in 6 Sigma and/or process improvement a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversees flow optimization from a labor planning perspective
• Implements regular routines on labor planning including reviewing new customer volume, new hire training, new initiatives (impact to labor), over time percent, call in rates, and actual performance learnings
• Adjusts production schedules as needed and in response to changes in demand, materials, or other resources
• Develops production schedules, considering inventory and labor availability and production lead times for daily efficiency
• Analyzes data, historical forecasts, and automation reports to make informed decisions and provide recommendations
• Partners cross functionally with Engineering, Systems, Maintenance, Transportation, Warehouse, Human Resources, Process Improvement, Purchasing, and Sales
• Seeks input from key associates, leaders, and cross functional partners to inform decisions
• Teaches out key freight flow optimization concepts to cross-functional partners and Operations team
• Review’s sales forecast and demands for finished or intermediary goods
• Coordinates with the purchasing function to ensure availability of raw materials
• Advises sales or customer service functions on availability of finished product
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance (company pays the majority)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities
• Continued education
• Wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager