Production Planner

The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating and optimizing production schedules to ensure on-time fulfillment of customer orders while maintaining cost efficiency and operational effectiveness. This role balances customer requirements, material availability, and production capacity to drive optimal plant performance and continuous improvement.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Develop and manage daily production plans in alignment with customer specifications and in collaboration with production teams.
• Execute production planning activities within ERP/IT systems and manage scheduling outputs.
• Review and confirm availability of raw materials, components, and production capacity to support incoming customer orders.
• Plan and allocate production orders across multiple plants, considering throughput times, changeover/cleaning times, and cost optimization.
• Coordinate redistribution and relocation of raw or blended materials to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Compile, monitor, and analyze production metrics and performance statistics; recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain and update material master data to ensure system accuracy and data integrity.
• Support preventive and corrective actions related to complaints, deviations, and non-conformance management.
• Implement and sustain Operational Excellence and Digital Manufacturing (OEDM) standards, including 5S and standardized work; elevate deviations to management as appropriate.
• Identify and initiate process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
• Facilitate effective communication and information exchange within the division and across cross-functional interfaces (e.g., production, procurement, logistics, quality).
• Document and maintain efficient processes within internal IT systems and digital platforms.
• Contribute to and support digital transformation initiatives within the area of responsibility, including process optimization, system enhancements, and stakeholder collaboration on digitization projects.

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in a production environment
• SAP experience

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family
• Paid Parental Leave – Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings
• Paid Time Off – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Engagement – Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company
• Döhler Academy:
  You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs
• Supportive Culture – Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned private company, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleagues
• Meaningful Impact – Be an integral part of our business success and help shape the future of nutrition
• Empowerment – Unleash your full potential with opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real difference