CNV Planner

Position Overview Sofidel America of Las Vegas Blvd is currently seeking a Manufacturing (Paper Mill) Production Planner. We are searching for a candidate that is local to the area and is looking for a long term role in a stable environment with opportunity for growth. Your expertise will make you an important part of our team!

Sofidel America is a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. Established in 2012, Sofidel America is headquartered in Horsham, Pa. and operates manufacturing plants in six additional states (Florida, Wisconsin, Nevada, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Mississippi). The Sofidel Group has subsidiaries in 12 countries – Italy, Spain, the UK, France, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania, and the U.S. - with more than 6,500 employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains accurate production and inventory plans to meet forecast needs.
• Work with the Material Planning Manager to create the machine production schedule.
• Schedule and reschedule production of finished products, and sub-assemblies in accordance with customer demand, safety stock requirements, forecasts, and production targets.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor the movement of material through the production cycle
• Coordinate the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production and engineering
• Plan, schedule, and monitor the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materials purchases
• Approve the production plan
• Continuously look for innovative ways to improve trim efficiency and reduce waste as well as to improve process efficiency
• Collaborate with Converting Production Planning in order to maximize service to end-use clients
• Support the parent reels sales Office in the relationship with clients concerning production plans, deliveries and technical specifications
• Work with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing and other planners to develop production plans

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or other similar technical degree
• 1-3 years’ experience in scheduling in a manufacturing environment; paper mills or paper industry is preferred
• Innovative Thinker: possess the ability to evaluate large amounts of information
• Able to work in a time bound environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and balance conflicting objectives
• Technical/software skills; SAP and Excel

Company Benefits

• Employee referral bonus
• 401(k) Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Professional training and development
• Paid vacation

Work Environment Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes, eye and ear protection, reflective vests and hairnets or hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection.