Production Planner Role - CJ Logistics America

Position Overview:

This position is a key team player in managing the work queues and workflow to the warehouse floor either manually or through a system. The Production Planner is responsible for working with orders to allocate people and equipment so the work gets done in a timely manner.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and monitor warehouse work assignments by going into the work queue and adjusting task priorities up or down to prioritize assignments.
• Ensure workflow is administered in an efficient, productive, and cost-effective manner. 
• Manage product allocation for outbound orders to promote on-time shipping, while balancing inventory availability and operational workflow.
• Manage order stock-outs, OS&D, and outbound exceptions.  Work with appropriate team members to obtain a resolution.
• Communicate operational challenges to management. 
• Act as the primary resource for resolution and system adjustments related to inbound receiving discrepancies.
• Coordinate and allocate trailer moves with yard spotter from yard to door and door to yard.
• Monitor and resolve issues impacting on time and accurate receiving, picking, and shipping
• Additional job duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; Associates degree / some college is preferred  
• Basic computer skills; ability to work in multiple applications at the same time (Excel, email, WMS, JDA)
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and good problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate and delegate assignments
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize daily work tasks in a fast-paced environment
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a dispatch, production planning, or warehouse operation environment
• Understanding of warehouse operations is desired
• Experience with JDA WMS is preferred

Pay, Benefits and More:

 Pay  $66,560 - $72,105
Schedule   Shift-2nd Shift ( Mon-Friday 1pm-10 pm)

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO and MORE!
• Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
• Open-door work environment
• High Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
• Opportunities for advancement!

CJ Logistics About Statement: 

CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive. 

CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.