Job Description
The Materials and Production Planning Supervisor directly manages material handlers and develops the production schedule. This team member must be a high energy, multi-tasker and problem solver who can build strong internal and external relationships to assure that customer needs are fulfilled on time.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Manage material handlers including monitoring hours, pay, performance, coaching, annual reviews, disciplinary, etc.
· Develop, manage, and staff/cover production schedule
· Schedule releases to mill/outside suppliers and customers
· Work directly with customers to determine accurate forecasts
· Create and manage mill and processor forecasts and releases for direct material
· Manage all mill/outside suppliers’ concerns
· Order entry, order tracking, status review, and gathering market intelligence
· Maintain the inventory supply/demand balance
· Resolve in...