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Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different, play different.\nWe are seeking an experienced Production Planner that will be responsible for preparation of production schedules based on immediate production requirements to ensure the timely delivery of both regional and global requirements. Responsible for maintaining various planning systems, monitoring capacity loads and identifying possible manufacturing constraints.\nWhat you’ll do as a Production Planner:\nMonitors the consistent flow of raw materials into the facility to support current production requirements. Responsible for coordination of Orient containers into the facility. Responsible for the monitoring of obsolete material and preparation of appropriate documentation for the disposition of materials deemed unusable.\nDirects efforts towards the effective generation and coordination of production scheduling and material flow functions to ensure timely delivery to support internal/external customer requirements.\nMaintains accuracy of planning systems and schedules to ensure accuracy of signals for the timely ordering, manufacturing and delivery of components. Responsible for reviewing system-generated proposed orders and resolves any exceptions.\nPrepares and issues regular and timely production reports to manufacturing.\nAligns production schedules and equipment capacity to maximize efficiency and profitability.\nConducts bi-annual review of lot sizing strategy, and makes appropriate recommendations to management based on current build plan, capacity constraints and equipment utilization.\nPrepares excess and obsolete materials report to support reviews for substitution and brings forward substitution options for consideration and approval by management.\nIdentifies and reconciles physical and systematic inventory discrepancies through analysis and investigation of Cycle Counts and Failed Goods Movements, posting job tickets and unreported quality or waste issues.\nResponsible for the generation and issuance of raw material requirements to suppliers.\nResponsible for delivery of standards of performance measurements within scope of responsibility.\nCollaborates with all functional areas of Operations to achieve regional and global client requirements.\nMaintains effective and collaborative communication with manufacturing, purchasing, engineering and other key stakeholders.\nParticipates in strategic initiatives identified to enhance performance within assigned scope of responsibility.\nParticipates in the development of strategies for enhancing the planning process within assigned scope of responsibility.\nParticipates in strategic projects for manufacturing disciplines within assigned scope of responsibility\nWe’re looking for a Production Planner with:\n2-Year Business Degree or equivalent work experience\nSAP System knowledge and understanding of advanced planning systems.\nComputer proficiency, Microsoft Office preferred; SAP.\nExcellent time management, organizational, and mathematical ability.\nStrong interpersonal skills\nExceptional ability to react quickly and appropriately in an often fast-paced dynamic environment required.\nMust be able to work to a degree of independence, prioritizing multiple tasks; making decisions, meeting many daily deadlines.\nThis position reports to the Director of Planning & Purchasing.\nBenefitsA Production Planner Can Expect from Cartamundi:\nCompetitive pay\nClimate controlled facility\n401(k) with company match\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance starting day one\nHSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)\nLife insurance\nShort-Term and Long-Term Disability\nPaid time off\nTuition reimbursement\nEmployee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more\nKnowledge & Skills required:\nProactive customer service focus \nStrong analytical/problem solving skills; Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management skills; Effective written and oral communication skills; Strong attention to details\nAbility to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently. Proficient with MS Office applications and web-based tools\nPhysical requirements and working conditions:\nOur manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires ability to:\nMove throughout entire facility to attend to various issues, service customers and attend meetings\nWork effectively in teams with strong communication skills and ability to facilitate\nPerform sedentary work on various computer systems.\nTravel up to 10% of the time, if necessary\nThis Production Planner position is located on-site in our East Longmeadow facility\nApply today and discover the magic of making a difference at Cartamundi!\n\nCartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS dhs.gov/e-verify. \nCandidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.\n\nNo agencies please. No sponsorship available.\nAbout Cartamundi:\nAt Cartamundi, we're all united by our common belief that world is better with play. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different and play different. To us, it is not just an activity. 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