Production Planner

Join the worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different , play different . We are seeking an experienced Production Planner that will be responsible for preparation of production schedules based on immediate production requirements to ensure the timely delivery of both regional and global requirements.

Responsible for maintaining various planning systems, monitoring capacity loads and identifying possible manufacturing constraints. What you’ll do as a Production Planner:

• Monitors the consistent flow of raw materials into the facility to support current production requirements. Responsible for coordination of Orient containers into the facility. Responsible for the monitoring of obsolete material and preparation of appropriate documentation for the disposition of materials deemed unusable.
• Directs efforts towards the effective generation and coordination of production scheduling and material flow functions to ensure timely delivery to support internal/external customer requirements.
• Maintains accuracy of planning systems and schedules to ensure accuracy of signals for the timely ordering, manufacturing and delivery of components. Responsible for reviewing system-generated proposed orders and resolves any exceptions.
• Prepares and issues regular and timely production reports to manufacturing.
• Aligns production schedules and equipment capacity to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Conducts bi-annual review of lot sizing strategy, and makes appropriate recommendations to management based on current build plan, capacity constraints and equipment utilization.
• Prepares excess and obsolete materials report to support reviews for substitution and brings forward substitution options for consideration and approval by management.
• Identifies and reconciles physical and systematic inventory discrepancies through analysis and investigation of Cycle Counts and Failed Goods Movements, posting job tickets and unreported quality or waste issues.
• Responsible for the generation and issuance of raw material requirements to suppliers.
• Responsible for delivery of standards of performance measurements within scope of responsibility.
• Collaborates with all functional areas of Operations to achieve regional and global client requirements.
• Maintains effective and collaborative communication with manufacturing, purchasing, engineering and other key stakeholders.
• Participates in strategic initiatives identified to enhance performance within assigned scope of responsibility.
• Participates in the development of strategies for enhancing the planning process within assigned scope of responsibility.
• Participates in strategic projects for manufacturing disciplines within assigned scope of responsibility We’re looking for a Production Planner with:
• 2-Year Business Degree or equivalent work experience
• SAP System knowledge and understanding of advanced planning systems.
• Computer proficiency, Microsoft Office preferred; SAP.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and mathematical ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Exceptional ability to react quickly and appropriately in an often fast-paced dynamic environment required.
• Must be able to work to a degree of independence, prioritizing multiple tasks; making decisions, meeting many daily deadlines. This position reports to the Director of Planning & Purchasing .

Benefits

A Production Planner Can Expect from Cartamundi: Competitive pay Climate controlled facility 401(k) with company match Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account) Life insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more Knowledge & Skills required: Proactive customer service focus Strong analytical/problem solving skills; Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management skills; Effective written and oral communication skills; Strong attention to details Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.

Proficient with MS Office applications and web-based tools Physical requirements and working conditions: Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires ability to: Move throughout entire facility to attend to various issues, service customers and attend meetings Work effectively in teams with strong communication skills and ability to facilitate Perform sedentary work on various computer systems.

Travel up to 10% of the time, if necessary This Production Planner position is located on-site in our East Longmeadow facility Apply today and discover the magic of making a difference at Cartamundi! Cartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS dhs.gov/e-verify . Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.

No agencies please. No sponsorship available. About Cartamundi: At Cartamundi, we're all united by our common belief that world is better with play. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different and play different. To us, it is not just an activity. It is a guiding mindset that reminds us to have fun, to be fair, to connect with people – across cultures and generations – and to embrace shared experiences.

We are a worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions. Our owned brand portfolio includes a suite of heritage brands which go back as far as 1848, including global brands like Bicycle®, HRO®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. These brands combine craftsmanship with innovation as the basis for their continued relevance and positive contribution to the local communities that love and use these brands.

At Cartamundi, we have significant expertise in printing; our presses have been running since 1765. Today, our company has become the largest playing cards and board game manufacturer in the world and the trusted partner of leading toy companies. We make well-known brands such as Monopoly®, Uno®, Magic: The Gathering®, Guess Who ®, Pokémon®, Trivial Pursuit® every day.

As we look into the future and how entertainment evolves, we are bringing the digital world to the physical world and vice versa. We have a dedicated team of experts that is looking into future technologies, products, applications that can get our consumers and communities to truly live different and play different. We are still a family-owned company with headquarters in Belgium and have a global network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 6 design centers, 1 digital studio and 1 global R&D center.