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.
OUR VISION:
Being the customer service company in the world.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
033653 Manufacturing Coordinator (Open)
Job Description:
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules that support customer demand and plant capacity. This role ensures effective communication across departments, timely order processing, and smooth production flow. The position works closely with operations, customer service, procurement, and shipping to help ensure on-time and efficient execution of daily plant activities.
Key Responsibilities
Production Scheduling
Create and maintain daily, weekly, and long-term production schedules.
Adjust schedules based on equipment availability, labor constraints, or customer requirements.
Release production orders and maintain accurate dates in SBP.
Print and distribute daily production schedules.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate with production, procurement, maintenance, warehouse, shipping, and customer service teams.
Communicate schedule changes, risks, and priorities.
Participate in daily production meetings.
Order Processing & Purchasing Support
Issue and process purchase orders related to production.
Follow up on supplier delivery status and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain accurate purchasing records.
Shipping Support (Non-Inventory Duties)
Documentation, Reporting & Systems
Maintain accurate system data, production information, and required paperwork.
Prepare operational reports as needed.
Safety & Continuous Improvement
Promote safe operating practices and ensure equipment safeguards are in place.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Knowledge and Skills
Experience: 2-4 Years experience in manufacturing and/or production planning preferred
Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office (specifically Excel).
Knowledge: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain principles.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data to suggest improvements to productivity and cost reduction.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate between production, purchasing, logistics, and management.
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Compensation Range:
The pay range for this position is $ - $ Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $ to $ Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.
Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.
EEO Statement: