Paper Machine Production Planner

Duluth, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PM Production Planner and Procurement Specialist

Duluth MN

Onsite

Exempt

Monday to Friday

Sofidel America a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group is a leading manufacturer of paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States and headquartered in Horsham PA Sofidel America operates manufacturing plants in ten states including Minnesota. With subsidiaries in 15 countries and over 3500 employees worldwide Sofidel Group is dedicated to producing high-quality paper for hygienic and domestic use.

The Duluth location is undergoing rapid expansion making it an exciting time to join our team. Our workforce is engaged dependable and values a team-based culture. Apply today if you are looking for a workplace where you can grow and develop within the organization and build a career. An ideal team member for this role is local to the Twin Ports region highly organized has previous manufacturing recruiting experience and enjoys a fast paced environment. Join our team today!

This role is integral to fostering a positive workplace culture by managing key HR functions including recruitment onboarding employee relations training and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong decision-making skills excellent interpersonal abilities and a thorough understanding of production planning with operations within a manufacturing environment.

Sofidel America is currently seeking a Paper Mill Production Planner/Procurement Specialist to support planning activities within our mill operations. We are searching for a local candidate who is seeking a long-term role in a stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth. This role is essential in ensuring accurate production schedules and material planning for our paper manufacturing process.

Sofidel America is part of a global organization recognized for producing paper products used in everyday life. Our mill operations prioritize safety quality and continuous improvement supported by a collaborative workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain accurate production and inventory plans for paper mill operations
Coordinate with the Material Planning Manager to create and update machine production schedules
Schedule and adjust production based on forecasts customer requirements safety stock and operational targets
Plan track and monitor reel and material movement through the paper production cycle
Collaborate with purchasing production and engineering to ensure timely availability of materials
Approve and release the mill production plan
Identify opportunities to reduce waste improve trim efficiency and optimize machine utilization
Work with converting production planners to ensure accurate reel/raw material allocation and customer service levels
Support customer and internal requests related to production timing specifications and delivery
Procure raw and auxiliary materials considering the converting production plan stock levels and warehouse balance to achieve service level goals.
Manage supplier relationships concerning deliveries and product specifications.
Communicate effectively with the Purchase Office to address any issues with suppliers promptly.
Coordinate inventory activities for relevant products to ensure optimal stock levels.
Ensure all procurement processes are managed according to group policies and procedures.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Operations Management Supply Chain Management Industrial Engineering Business or related field
One to three years of experience in production scheduling within a manufacturing environment preferably in paper mill or paper industry operations
Strong analytical ability to evaluate large data sets and make informed decisions
Ability to work within time-sensitive deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Organizational strength with excellent communication and collaboration skills
Proficiency in SAP and Excel or similar planning tools

Essential Job Functions:

Strong commitment to safety attention to detail and a team-oriented attitude.
Demonstrate the ability to identify nonconformance and notify the operations team of issues.
Communicate in a manner that supports production- confers with managers technicians production personnel and other operators regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems.
Ability to use computer and peripherals standard and customized software applications and tools and usual production equipment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and quality procedure manuals
The role involves working in a paper manufacturing facility which may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). PPE may include safety shoes eye and ear protection reflective vests and a head cover or hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range from season to season. Employees will be exposed to paper dust and noise levels that may require hearing protection.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to learn and perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What Sofidel America Offers:

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits including medical dental vision paid time off and a competitive company match on 401k
A collaborative and stable work environment with opportunity for growth
A team-based culture

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes eye and ear protection reflective vests and hairnets or hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employees ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions responsibilities skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as the Company may deem appropriate.

PM Production Planner and Procurement Specialist Duluth MNOnsiteExemptMonday to FridaySofidel America a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group is a leading manufacturer of paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States and headquartered in Horsham PA Sofidel America operates manufact...