Production Planner
Dairy Farmers of America
**Job Description**
**General Purpose:**
Develop the schedule for production at the highest-level which products will be stocked or planned either prior to shipment or prior to assembly for made to order operations.
**Job Duties and Responsibilities:**
+ Translate orders into a sequential work schedule
+ Analyze production specifications and capacity date and perform mathematical calculations to determine production processes and tools
+ Plan and schedule workflow for each department and operation according to previously established production sequences and lead times
+ Plan sequence of operations
+ Communicate with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects
+ Expedite operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions
+ The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
**Requirements**
**Education and Experience:**
+ Undergraduate degree in business or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
+ 2 to 5 years of production planning or related experience
+ Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**
+ Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
+ Knowledge and understanding of planning and production methodologies
+ Strong understanding of plant processes in relation to production processes for each line
+ Skill in analytical thinking
+ Able to problem solve, multi-task and prioritize own work activities
+ Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
+ Able to to conduct research into issues or situations
+ Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer
**Pay Range** $75,000-$85,000
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