Production Scheduler/Planner - Fargo, ND at Fargo

Job Description

RockTenn is one of North Americas leading manufacturers of paperboard, containerboard, consumer and corrugated packaging and one of the worlds largest paper recyclers, with annualized net sales of approximately $10 billion. Over the years, Rock-Tenn has outpaced its peers in revenues, profitability, EBITDA and stock price. Weve done this by creating and following a bold strategy of: exceeding our customers expectations every time, creating long-term shareholder value and encouraging and rewarding employee excellence.

Since its founding in 1936, Rock-Tenn has focused on developing packaging and paperboard products that bring high value to its customers, employees and shareholders. The company now operates 240 facilities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Chile and China. We employ 26,000 employees and are North Americas largest paper recycler, largest display manufacturer, largest pre-print linerboard producer, 2nd largest producer of containerboard and corrugated packaging, 2nd largest producer of coated recycled paperboard, and 2nd largest producer of folding cartons.

We are seeking a Production Scheduler/Planner to be located in Fargo, ND

POSITION DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

Production Scheduler/Planner is responsible for managing the scheduling services, customer requirements and coordination of production schedules to ensure full customer satisfaction. The planner will oversee the scheduling needs of the Fargo plant.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead prioritization and coordination of the customer demands within the abilities of the production site for focused results.

2. Ownership of production schedules in regards to customer prioritization to meet due dates.

3. Manage the team members in the coordination of the order flow process:

Scheduling > Expediting > Delivery

4. Work with the team and site teams to develop and/or sustain utilization of the Scheduling process.

5. Finished Goods inventory management

6. Administrative tasks daily production meetings, reporting, assisting PPM as needed.

7. Back-up responsibilities for Paper Procurement Manager

8. Responsible for continuous education in the areas of new technology, new processes, and personal growth.

9. Visit key customer locations to enhance ongoing business relationship

10. Assist anywhere needed.

11. Waste tracking for the Fargo Site.

12. Communications and managing the railroad demurrageand car switches. (Bales & Rollstock)

COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

Scheduling/Planning and/or Customer Service experience preferred

Strong written & oral communication skills (experience necessary)

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Ability to resolve conflicts and drive teamwork

Excellent time management skills - ability to be proactive and acknowledge priority

Project management skills

Knowledge and professional use of Windows applications & Microsoft Office (experience necessary)

Knowledge of production capabilities and other department operations

Ability to work with inventory systems and reports.

Ability to multi task.

Education High School diploma or GED required.

At RockTenn, we seek to be the most respected in the industry. Our employees are committed to exceeding their customers expectations -- every time. If you enjoy this shared commitment to excellence and discovering value where others havent we would like you to consider RockTenn as your employer of choice.

Rock-Tenn Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce. M/F/D/V

Comprehensive benefits offered.

Job Requirements

Country: USA, State: North Dakota, City: Fargo, Company: RockTenn.