Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.
OUR VISION:
Being the customer service company in the world.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
034262 Sr. Operations Planner/Scheduler - Paper Mills (Open)Job Description:
Job Summary: Under general supervision, independently performs work of moderate complexity or difficulty that focuses on managing production to optimize the use of resources and meet production schedules and standards including: planning and controlling production schedules and coordinating with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials; estimating and scheduling the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for the production process; and/or researching, evaluating, and recommending changes to production processes, systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization's production capabilities.
Key Responsibilities: Plans and establishes production schedules in order to meet customer due dates and exceed their expectations. Maximize machine efficiency and utilization by creating an optimal production schedule and network optimization efforts. Reduces inventory in assigned mills by partnering with key outlets and prioritizing proper inventory utilization.
- Analyze, plan and control detailed production schedules.
- Establish a controlled flow of approved materials according to material requirement analytics.
- Based on analysis, estimate and schedule the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for more complex production processes.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend changes to complex production processes, systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization's production capabilities.
- Drive service optimization for manufacturing products at a site level.
- Provide analytical support for manufacturing operation excellence, managing complex operational issues to conclusion.
- Quickly and professionally adapt priorities in a constantly evolving environment based on demand and value.
- Generate and review production report.
- Visit assigned mills quarterly at a minimum to build rapport and valuable working relationship
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience.
- Experience using Greycon scheduling platform is a plus
- Experience in a paper manufacturing production environment with multi-site experience is a plus.
- Previous paper machine scheduling experience required
Knowledge and Skills
- Solid interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite or software.
- Takes an analytical approach to complex issues and problem solving.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated research ability.
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At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
Compensation Range:
The pay range for this position is $71,000.00 - $121,000.00. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $80,000.00 to $96,000.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.
EEO Statement:
https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
- 2-5 years of relevant experience
- Experience using Greycon scheduling platform
- Experience in paper manufacturing production environment
- Previous paper machine scheduling experience
Greif, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Greif, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Greif, Inc..
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is characterized as solid and competitive for manufacturing roles, with multiple statements describing it as fair, decent, or great for the work. Pay levels are also framed as aligned with local standards or exceeding expectations in certain technical roles.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through 401(k) matching with a defined vesting timeline, alongside profit sharing or gain sharing in some contexts. These elements are repeatedly paired with positive statements about the overall package.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, and supplemental protections such as life and disability coverage. Additional options like HSAs and supplemental plans are presented as expanding choice and coverage breadth.
Greif, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Greif (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services and is pursuing its vision: be the best performing customer service company in the world. The Company produces steel, plastic and fibre drums, intermediate bulk containers, reconditioned containers, containerboard, uncoated recycled paperboard, coated recycled paperboard, tubes and cores and a diverse mix of specialty products. The Company also manufactures packaging accessories and provides filling, packaging and other services for a wide range of industries. Greif also manages timber properties in the southeastern United States. The Company is strategically positioned in more than 35 countries to serve global as well as regional customers. Additional information is on the Company's website at www.greif.com.
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