Production Strategy Analyst

Diamond Packaging•Rochester, NY

9d•$58,500 - $96,000•Onsite

About The Position

Diamond Packaging, a global leader specializing in developing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, is currently recruiting for a full-time Production Strategy Analyst to join our team. Diamond Packaging is an award winning, woman-owned business that offers exceptional benefits to include: Medical and dental insurance available on day of hire, Company pays 63-70% of Excellus medical plans (no high deductible), 401k participation after 30 days with company match, Vacation and personal time off starting immediately. Primary responsibility for optimizing production planning, scheduling effectiveness, and data integrity within the Scheduling system and across the carton manufacturing workflow. This role serves as the system owner for scheduling, a backup scheduler when needed, and a key driver of continuous improvement initiatives. This position ensures alignment between customer demand, production capacity, materials, and operational execution—while improving On-Time Delivery (OTD), efficiency, and overall workflow performance.

Requirements

Must have high school diploma, G.E.D, or equivalent.
3-5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or operations analysis.
Hands-on experience with Encore or similar ERP/scheduling systems required.
Proficiency in ERP system functionality and scheduling logic.
Strong Excel skills.
Understanding of press and finishing operations.
Understanding of tooling processes (cutting dies, embossing, stamping).
Understanding of material flow and production constraints.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and data accuracy.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Continuous improvement mindset with a hands-on approach.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

Optimizing production planning, scheduling effectiveness, and data integrity within the Scheduling system and across the carton manufacturing workflow.
Serving as the system owner for scheduling.
Acting as a backup scheduler when needed.
Driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensuring alignment between customer demand, production capacity, materials, and operational execution.
Improving On-Time Delivery (OTD), efficiency, and overall workflow performance.