Production Planner at Atrium

Palisades Park, NJ

About the Job

Our client is a leading global entity in the beauty sector, acting as a primary supplier and strategic innovation partner in color cosmetics, skincare, hair care, personal care, and fragrances. With operations spanning North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, the company has a robust network of research centers, manufacturing facilities, and marketing offices, reinforcing its global presence. This company’s impact in the cosmetics industry is wide-ranging, covering color makeup and skincare, and it continues to pioneer beauty solutions through its specialized expertise and innovative methodologies. They are seeking a Production Planner to join their team! With specialties including Cosmetics, innovation, color, make-up, and skincare.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$75,000 – $90,000 DOE

Position Overview:

The Production Planner will be reporting directly to the Planning Manager. The Production Planner is tasked with ensuring seamless and efficient manufacturing operations in the Rockland County area. Responsibilities include developing and enforcing production schedules, monitoring inventory, and coordinating resources to meet production needs. The role demands close collaboration with procurement, production, and logistics departments to align manufacturing goals with overall company objectives.

Responsibilities of the Production Planner:

Release and execute work orders, including Bulks, Bases, WIPs, and Finished Goods
Communicate production plans to relevant departments and management
Maintain working dates, quantities, and statuses in SAP
Regularly review MRP run (Alert Monitor) and manage orders to minimize inventory obsolescence
Maintain assigned Planning Boards daily
Follow Operating Work Instructions for Planning, as per the Planning Manager
Finalize the Production Plan and reflect it on the MPSA for DDS review
Review Monthly RCCP for assigned work centers to ensure Supply Chain support
Monitor and assign customer service priorities based on needs and production capacity
Perform root cause analyses on key metrics, including Customer Service Level, Actual vs. Scheduled Productions, and Master Schedule Stability
Regularly interact with manufacturing personnel to balance demand and customer service commitments
Identify MPSA outages and update the team weekly and monthly during Supply Chain reviews
Participate in meetings and stay informed on Manufacturing, Planning, New Product introductions, Line Fill Rates, Metrics, and other Supply Chain issues

Qualifications for the Production Planner:

3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing shop floor planning
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
Understanding of Supply Chain processes
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field is required

Benefits:

Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401(k) retirement plan with company matching
Life insurance coverage
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days)
Paid company holidays and floating holidays
Professional development opportunities
Performance bonuses based on individual performance
Company events and team-building activities
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) for personal and professional support

As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Position ID: 149405