Location: Plymouth, IN – Plymouth Plant * Summary:* ­­­­The Operations Planner will be responsible for translating the top-line Supply and Inventory Plan into a comprehensive finished goods production schedule and coordinating daily needs with various parties downstream. In addition, the Operations Planner will: * Generate accurate and timely production schedules and provide schedule flexibility when production does not conform to plan. * Work cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to optimize line time and develop a best fit schedule for all stakeholders. * Understand the operational constraints (OC) and build the operational plan to accommodate OC (changeovers, labor, packaging, etc.) and clearly communicating the plan cross-functionally to stakeholders in Operations, Procurement, Logistics, Distribution, and Finance. * Develop a detailed understanding of production line bottlenecks and equipment capabilities * Track production conformance to plan and utilize analytical capabilities find appropriate solutions for capacity shortages. * Execute rate review analysis and provide recommendations on rate adjustments to supply planning and the operational team. * Execute short-term material support activities including submitting purchase orders and purchase order releases, reconciling good’s receipts, and identify solutions to material shortages. * Conform to Good Manufacturing Practices and be a role model for safe working behavior. * Manage inventory levels of manufacturing inputs including raw ingredients and packaging to optimize warehousing storage and minimize obsolescence or waste. * Provide relevant manufacturing information and data to support the master supply plan * Escalate any short-term capacity constraints or capacity gaps to supply planning to decide on appropriate action * Develop relationships with corporate partners and leverage relationships to overcome production obstacles * Skills and Experience:* * Excellent written and oral communication skills with the proven ability to communicate with all levels and functions including management and retail partners * Computer skills to include navigational ability in a networked environment and proficiency in Microsoft Word and email applications, intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel * High level of analytical thinking and detail oriented. * Able to process and gather information, gather team necessary to make informed decisions, provide calm and professional direction. * Experience with JDA Sequencing or Enterprise Supply Planning (Blue Yonder), and Minitab or Excel Data Analysis ToolPak experience a plus * Minimum Requirements and Education:* * Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related field highly preferred. * 3+ years of professional experience in a Manufacturing Environment * 2+ years of Scheduling/Planning experience Manufacturing Environment * Demonstrated experience and knowledge working with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and MRP (Materials Requirements Planning). * Develop cross-functional skills for analyzing forecasts, analyzing demand, planning resources, inventory control procedures, and materials resource requirements. Assist in maintaining a viable and effective planning organization. * Consumer Packaged Goods experience or equivalent manufactured goods experience. #LI-CE1 #LI-Hybrid The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center (askhr@hersheys.com).