Production Planner

• Create production orders from sales orders into Epicor.
• Analyze and decide the best way to produce the job with the help of the Master Spec system.
• Estimate job(s) and relevant alternate/value engineering scenarios in a timely, accurate, and economical way for competitive pricing.
• Create production layouts, identifying opportunities for combo or tandem runs.
• Work with Pre-Make Ready department to verify the tooling availability for all stamping, embossing, debossing, die cutting and blanking orders.
• Order die cutting, embossing, and stamping dies as necessary.
• Allocate raw materials (board and corrugated) and post availability on Job Approvals.
• Obtain samples from retain room for all repeat orders as per the production request form.
• Print job tickets and create the job bag with all necessary approved documentation including specs for Estee Lauder and L'Oréal with AD code.
• Order Seal Vectors for all L'Oréal new items.
• Keep a log of all factory tickets waiting for approvals and communicate with ASC's/Sales to get them approved.
• Obtain approved proofs, separations, and size and style for all new items.
• Ensure job bags are complete with accurate and reliable instructions while seeking approval from the Production Managers as required.
• Perform additional tasks as needed in support of manufacturing operations, customers and suppliers.
• Utilize creativity and innovation in approach toward project execution and continuous improvement, with key focus on tracking and communication transparency.
• As needed, act as the backup Estimator by responding to requests from the sales and customer service team and create production layouts.

Must learn and comply with all Cultech, Inc. safety rules; reference to employee handbook.

• Packaging Engineering or Packaging Science degree.
• Ability to understand technical customer requirements.
• Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on ERP systems, CAD and estimating software.
• Excellent organizational, analytical skills and attention to detail.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of Cultech, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees. As necessary, employees are expected to manage waste and chemical products properly.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position and is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by Cultech management. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments as requested by supervisors or management. The job responsibilities of this position may include cross training in other functions or positions to ensure satisfactory operation of the department or work area. This job description does not constitute an employment contract between Cultech and any employee.

• Compensation: $50k-$55k (based on experience)
• Full medical, dental, vision benefits with eligibility 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Group life insurance paid by the company.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Twelve paid holidays in each full calendar year.
• 15 PTO (Paid Time Off) days prorated at entry and exit.
• Participation in our 401(K) plan with a 50% corporate match on the first 6 percent of the employee contribution with yearly profit-sharing distributions dependent on the Company's profitability and meeting its quality, safety and operational objectives.