Production Planner

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Planner to develop and optimize production schedules in our flexible packaging manufacturing facility in Aurora. This role is responsible for planning workflow across extrusion, printing, lamination, slitting, and converting to ensure efficient operations and on‑time, in‑full delivery to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain weekly production plans based on customer orders, forecasts, and inventory levels
• Sequence jobs to reduce changeovers, downtime, and material waste
• Release and manage work orders and ensure material availability
• Collaborate with Production, Customer Service, Procurement, and Logistics on order priorities and schedule risks
• Maintain accurate data in the ERP/MRP system and monitor planning KPIs
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accura...