Supply Chain Planner

6 days ago


Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom Graphic Packaging International - Europe Full time
Job Description

At Graphic Packaging International - Europe, we are a leading manufacturer of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care, and pet products.

We are committed to being environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. Our company values include a collaborative, diverse, and innovative work environment.

We are seeking a Production Planner to join our team at our Gateshead Plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing production plans according to demand and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate production workflow for multiple products over various machinery.
  • Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimize delays.
  • Determine manpower, equipment, and raw materials needed to cover production demand.
  • Schedule shifts according to production needs and customer commitment dates.
  • Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget.
  • Address issues when they arise, aiming for minimum disruption and looking forward to plan accordingly.
  • Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives, etc.).
  • Prepare and submit status and performance reports.
  • Administrative tasks.
  • Collaborate with all departments to ensure any changes to plans are communicated and managed effectively.

Requirements:

  • Experience in a fast-paced production planning role.
  • Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles.
  • Experience in MRP II (Manufacturing Resource Planning).
  • Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and flexibility.
  • Excellent communicator.
  • Experience with planning nested trays and punnet forming machinery will be an advantage.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Strong stakeholder management.
  • Able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment where commitments may regularly change.
  • Pro-active with a can-do attitude.
  • Works well in a team or equally unaided.

About Us:

At Graphic Packaging International - Europe, we are committed to making a difference in the world by providing innovative packaging solutions that are environmentally responsible. We strive to be a company where people come first, and we are proud of our 3 P's: People, Packaging, and Planet.



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