Production Planning Technician

2 weeks ago


Amherst, Canada Emmerson Packaging Full time

**Production Planning Technician**

Emmerson Packaging is a third-generation family-owned company. We are an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions, and we love what we do We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding the highest quality standards in everything we do, including adding talented people to our team This passion and pride have won us the distinction of being named one of Canada’s Best Managed companies for 14 years running.

**Our Values say it best**:

- We enhance our lives by helping others succeed
- We care about our clients, each other, and our communities
- We are responsible for the outcome of our actions
- We strive to do the right thing, even if it costs us.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
The **Production Planning Technician** maintains master data and schedules production activities for all Emmerson Packaging equipment.

**JOB TASKS**:

- Plans and coordinates production orders through the utilization of SAP.
- Plans and coordinates cost center utilization for maximum productivity.
- Recommends continuous improvement opportunities.
- Ensures inventory and WIP targets are met.
- Determines and communicates Job Order completion dates.
- Interacts with internal departments for all planning activities.
- Coordinates availability of artwork, plates, and film.
- Resolves and communicates scheduling and resource conflicts.
- Attends regular production planning and coordination meetings.
- Plans equipment downtime for maintenance planning.
- Creates materials in SAP.
- Maintains accurate master data in SAP.
- Ensures accurate shop floor papers for Operations.
- Runs and creates reports as required to ensure master data accuracy, capacity accuracy, inventory status, and all other reports as required by the organization.

**COMPETENCIES**:

- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel software programs.
- Must have strong mechanical aptitude.
- Must understand lean manufacturing and process planning.
- Must have superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Must have demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Must have strong time-management and organizational skills; able to multi-task effectively.
- Must have a demonstrated strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy; detail-oriented
- Must have proven expertise with flexible packaging technology
- Must have demonstrated strong interpersonal skills

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- High School diploma, or equivalent

**PREFERRED**:

- Knowledge of flexographic print production equipment
- Business degree or Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma
- Two (2) years’ experience in a production planning role in a manufacturing environment

**What's in it for YOU?**
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Defined contribution pension plan
- Profit Sharing program
- Training and development support
- On site gym and cafeteria
- Being part of an awesome team



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