Overview:Perform the responsibilities of the Production Planner for all of the varieties processed through the packing facility. Plans, prepares and communicates production schedules for the packing of all fresh citrus at the Paramount Texas facilities. Manage the flow and inventory of packaging materials as necessary and will coordinate needs between production and sales departments. Here’s what you’ll do:Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Sales Coordination
Acts as Liaison between our Sales Department and Operations.
Clearly communicates to Sales Department the following situations: 1) Production forecast and run plans. 2) Out Stock or oversupply conditions. 3) Excess Plant capacities. 4) Production constraints. 5) Fruit constraints.
Production Coordination
Determine daily line capacities and fully utilize any excess.
Creates, updates, and releases production estimates for each variety.
Creates, updates, and releases Daily run lists, wash and pack batches, packing and bagging pitches.
Schedule rotation of set-backs to insure maximum yield.
Assure that all area leads have all of the information they need to execute schedules.
Review SPM levels to minimize production shortages and over-pack.
Report out daily schedule adherence for all production lines.
Monitor and maintain SPM levels.
Assist Transportation and Shipping with truck appointment