Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Opportunity summary:  As the Production Planner you will serve as the intermediary between elements of the supply chain and will be directly responsible for mill production schedules. You will orchestrate all supply chain efforts with logistics and customer service teams, creating and organizing the most efficient manufacturing schedules that maximize efficiency and productivity to meet customer requirements. 

 

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

Make production scheduling and transportation decisions with a high degree of autonomy Communicate production and logistics decisions with cross-functional stakeholders as necessary to ensure alignmentContinuously identify innovative ways to improve trim efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize machine utilizationAssist with on-time shipments to customers by scheduling machines for production runsCommunicate regularly and effectively with manufacturing personnel to ensure production runs are sequenced to meet customer/company objectivesBalance competing needs, metrics (i.e., trim efficiency, shipment time, freight loading optimization) and goals to arrive at the optimal scheduling and logistics solution for all partiesGenerate daily, weekly, and monthly scheduling reports to measure performance and identify solutions to optimize efficiency when appropriateManage FIFO inventory for raw materialsOversee clamp truck operators to ensure processes are in complianceManage month-end inventory reconciliation

 

What you need to succeed:

Experience with scheduling tools and supply chain softwareStrong analytical skills to evaluate large amounts of data  Ability to make key decisions to resolve customer issues and deliver a solutionPossess effective communication skills to clearly convey priorities across different departments  APICS certification is preferred Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.