Sr. Operations Planner/Scheduler - Paper Mills

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries.

The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

Being the customer service company in the world. 

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:
034262 Sr.

Operations Planner/Scheduler - Paper Mills (Open)

Job Description:

Job Summary: Under general supervision, independently performs work of moderate complexity or difficulty that focuses on managing production to optimize the use of resources and meet production schedules and standards including: planning and controlling production schedules and coordinating with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials; estimating and scheduling the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for the production process; and/or researching, evaluating, and recommending changes to production processes, systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization's production capabilities.

Key Responsibilities: Plans and establishes production schedules in order to meet customer due dates and exceed their expectations.

Maximize machine efficiency and utilization by creating an optimal production schedule and network optimization efforts.

Reduces inventory in assigned mills by partnering with key outlets and prioritizing proper inventory utilization.


* Analyze, plan and control detailed production schedules.


* Establish a controlled flow of approved materials according to material requirement analytics.


* Based on analysis, estimate and schedule the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for more complex production processes.


* Research, evaluate, and recommend changes to complex production processes, systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization's production capabilities.


* Drive service optimization for manufacturing products at a site level.


* Provide analytical support for manufacturing operation excellence, managing complex operational issues to conclusion.


* Quickly and professionally adapt priorities in a constantly evolving environment based on demand and value.


* Generate and review production report.


* Visit assigned mills quarterly at a minimum to build rapport and valuable working relationship


* Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience


* Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience.


* Exp...