Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

 

Career Opportunity: 

 

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for creating production schedules for manufacturing that safely and efficiently maximize plant production and minimizes cost to produce a quality product within specifications to customers. Their goal is to employ adequate service levels and product available to customers while being the liaison to the Customer Support, Supply & Operations Planning processes.  

 

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock: 

 

Schedule production across multiple shifts to include:Establish daily production plan(s) Track orders and production information, adjust as necessary Maintain superior customer satisfaction through on-time if full delivery Daily coordination with production, customer service, graphics, maintenance, and shipping Responsible for ensuring maximum utilization and efficiency of all assets, including: Maintain maximum possible total product availability Maintain flexibility to make optimum use of assets Help control business cost through schedule/mix managementminimize freight costs through disciplined schedule management minimize paper waste and paper substitutionsminimize downtime, change orders, and manpowerOptimize the network through proactive order management flexing between locations and assets resulting in increased throughput, decreased cost to serve and maximum serviceCreate and maintain reports for above responsibilities ensuring alignment to goalsGenerate machine capacity plans as part of the Demand & Supply Planning ProcessAnalyze machine run metrics to ensure availability is consistent with demand Manage and update the speed and availability data by machine that drive the supply demand model in support of the IBP process Report capacity allocation by account for those where capacity is reservedCollaborate with all functional business units to ensure alignment of strategic initiatives In sold out cycles, work w/ Customer Support and Inventory management to maximize sales order/replenishment and execute customer priorities. In under sold cycles, work with Customer Support, Demand, and Inventory management teams to identify opportunities to optimally utilize available capacity. Maintain standards, rules, exceptions, and customer tolerances Perform other duties as assigned by manager that fall within the scope and level of role 

 

 

What you need to succeed: 

 

Bachelor’s degree PreferredAPICS Certification Preferred 1-5 years’ experience in a process manufacturing environment (scheduling preferred) Strong analytical skills Ability to communicate clearly and effectively Ability to plan and organizing workload

  

 

What we offer: 

 

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. The salary range for this position is $73,125.00 - $121,875.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.