Production Planner for an International Chemical Manufacturing Facility
In a dynamic and growing environment, we are seeking an experienced Production Planner to join our team on-site in Portlaoise.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop short-term and long-term production schedules in alignment with customer requirements, organizational goals, and objectives.
* Collaborate closely with production and procurement teams to optimize resource utilization, monitor, and maintain inventory levels, and meet customer commitments.
* Understand processing time, equipment capacities, and personnel capabilities.
* Monitor and analyze production performance metrics, implement process improvements, and adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines and quality standards.
* Coordinate with project managers and maintenance teams.
* Work with and support new product initiatives, including conducting time studies, costing, process development, and training when necessary.
* Coordinate all activities required to complete production and shipping schedules.
Requirements:
* 3-5 years of production experience required.
* Proficiency in planning software and other relevant tools (MS Excel, Word, PBI).
* Highest regard and respect for employees, customers, and suppliers.
* Experience working effectively within cross-boundary relationships.
* Open and straightforward in communications at all levels.
* 4-5 days on-site required.