In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations.
We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand's major retail and foodservice customers and are part of Simplot's Global Food business.
With 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, Simplot Global Food serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific.In Australia, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating food that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood.
Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.Culture and BenefitsAt Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World.
We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it.
We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:Respect for ResourcesSpirit of InnovationPassion for PeopleWe embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered.
We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow.
We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.The PerksAnnual incentive (bonus) programDiscounted health insurance optionsIncome protection insuranceNovated car leasing agreementsFully supplied & laundered uniform, boots & PPEOpportunity to purchase additional annual leaveAbout Our RoleAn exciting opportunity exists in the full-time permanent role of Production Planner to be based at our Echuca food manufacturing facility.
Reporting to the Production Manager, in this Mon-Fri role the Production Planner will work with stakeholders to develop a site Production Plan that optimises plant efficiencies, reduces waste and minimises costs whilst achieving manufacturing KPIs in aid of order fulfilment.Site based leadership opportunityBased in Echuca, regional VictoriaSimplot's Echuca site dates back to 1978 and produces products under our Leggo's, Edgell, Chicken Tonight, Raguletto and Harvest brands.
Employing over 150 people, Simplot Echuca processes up to 15,000 tonnes of tomato paste each year, 8,000 tonnes of beetroot and has five unique packaging lines (glass jars, canning, plastic squeeze bottles, foil sachet and aseptic filling).What You Will DoManage a small team (Vendor Scheduler + Logistics Specialist)Produce and maintain a Production Plan that conforms to the Master Production Plan whilst balancing and supporting plant requirementsForecast any risk, and report exceptions to the Production ManagerPresent the Production Plan at the weekly site planning meetingsEnsure key stakeholders are briefed on the Production Plan and any resource or machinery constraintsCollaborate with the Vendor Scheduler to ensure all materials required for the Production Plan are availableReporting and data analyticsContribute to site safety & continuous improvement (CI) initiativesAbout YouHold a 100% commitment to health, safety and wellbeing in the workplaceDemonstrated experience in Production Planning within a manufacturing environment will be highly advantageousTertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Engineering, Logistics or a related disciplineExposure to Lean manufacturing methodologyHave an analytical mindset with a high level of business acumenDemonstrated ability to effectively lead teamsAbility to influence and communicate to key stakeholders at all levelsBe an intermediate / advanced user of the MS Office suite of products (particularly Excel)Experience with MRP software will be highly desirableWillingness to undergo a pre-employment medical (incl.
urine based drug & alcohol screening)Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT SUNDAY, 2ND FEBRUARY - Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.Job Requisition ID: 21020Travel Required: NoneCountry: AustraliaSimplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
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