Planning Administrator

Job ID: 10448 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

  Responsibilities Requirements

• Will be responsible for setting up and changing production schedules to maximize output and ensure product availability.
• Maintain a detailed schedule that is within capacity and meets or exceeds the needs of customers.
• Verify that BOM, schematic, and label information are complete in collaboration with Packaging Engineers
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain stock.
• Implement measures to reduce scrap at the end of production runs.
• Work with production department to complete production orders and reduce inventories.
• Communicate backorders or potential backorders and work with purchasing on raw material shortages / excess.
• Provide support in work area as needed, including assisting with all packaging duties when required.
• Contributing to projects that improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance supplier performance.
• Coordinate with the dock to ensure the correct materials are unloaded in a timely manner.
• Schedule production runs by lining up the appropriate tooling on equipment.
• Communicate with team members to maintain workflow and minimize downtime.

Experience/Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two or more years of related packaging experience preferred.
• Ability to plan work daily and be self-motivated.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities; previous leadership experience is an asset.
• Team oriented, self-motivated and positive attitude.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with SAP R/3, and AFO preferred; must be able to become proficient in these systems.
• Experience with all MS Office products; intermediate to advanced knowledge in Excel, Outlook and Access preferred.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

 Essential Functions

• Occasional lifting and moving material or objects that are average weight continuously and heavy weight material or objects frequently
• Move light weight objects or material overhead occasionally
• Bend, stretch, and reach low and high places frequently
• Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
• Ability to perform standing job for 12 consecutive hours
• Operate computer and other production equipment
• Ascend/descend ladder

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.