Nissha Metallizing Solutions is hiring: Senior Production Planner in Franklin

About the Company

Nissha Metallizing Solutions is the world leader in the production of coated metallized paper for flexible packaging and labels. Metallized paper is a sustainable alternative to foil or film and is used in the production of functional, barrier, cosmetic, labelling, and promotional packaging products for major brands. NMS serves food, beverage, consumer packaging goods, entertainment industries. It supplies its innovative products to customers worldwide from production sites in Belgium (Genk), Italy (Casalgrasso), Germany (Berlin), Brazil (Osasco), and the United States (Franklin, MA). Thanks to a continuous investment in people, technology, quality, and environmental protection, NMS consists of a group of over 700 highly committed and passionate people, guaranteeing a high level of specialist expertise.

About the Role

The Senior Planner is responsible for overseeing daily production planning, ensuring the highest possible productivity while meeting customer delivery deadlines. The role involves managing machine and worker operations, providing lead times for new orders, and forecasting material requirements. The Senior Planner reports directly to the Group Planning Coordinator.

This position is on-site.

Responsibilities

• Provide lead times for new customer orders.
• Compile daily production schedules to maximize productivity, coordinating different production phases.
• Utilize the Dynamics 365 ERP system to create production orders (CO).
• Provide weekly updates on readiness dates as previously scheduled.
• Anticipate delivery delays and collaborate with the planning and sales teams to manage any potential issues.
• Work with the planning team and Operations to resolve machine or personnel issues that impact production.
• Input production combinations, quality standards, and customer orders into the system.
• Assist logistics by loading base paper orders into the system.
• Create items in the ERP system as needed.
• Analyze purchasing needs and provide accurate forecasts.
• Generate call-off/purchase orders for raw materials based on production schedules and inventory levels.
• Use the Dynamics 365 ERP system for creating purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding forecasts, purchase orders, and raw material deliveries.
• Use Excel with Pivot Tables to perform daily tasks such as inventory checks and sales order tracking.
• Analyze inventory, purchasing, and sales data to support S&OP strategies.
• Maintain inventory levels (RM/WIP/FP) within target ranges and address any deviations.
• Collaborate closely with other departments such as Quality, CSA, and Finance.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in production planning in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, reporting).
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Capable of working effectively under pressure.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NMS is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.