Capacity Planner jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

Capacity Planner plans, measures, and monitors operating limits and capacities of an organization. Forecasts and plans capacity requirements to ensure alignment with department or unit and determine variance from production schedules, resource levels, and inventory demand. Being a Capacity Planner identifies and troubleshoots production issues or bottlenecks that impact plant capacity. Coordinates with internal stakeholders like engineering, sales, and marketing to understand and develop current and forecasted plans. Additionally, Capacity Planner utilizes manufacturing data and reports to drive key insights into efficiency, production rate, and other performance metrics. Produces reports that evaluate plant capacity and identify areas needing improvement. Recommends process and equipment improvements to optimize production capabilities. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Capacity Planner occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Capacity Planner typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

P
Maintenance Planner
  • Pactiv Evergreen - North America
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    Pactiv Evergreen Inc.(NASDAQ: PTVE)is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets. It supplies its products to a broad and diversified mix of companies, including full service restaurants and quick service restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery and healthy eating retailers, other food stores, food and beverage producers, food packers and food processors. To learn more about the company, please go to the company website at pactivevergreen.com.

    140 miles west of Detroit and 50 miles south of Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo is a city in southern Michigan. The Kalamazoo Valley Museum offers science, technology and history exhibits, plus a planetarium. American and European art form the core collection of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. To the south, the Air Zoo museum features vintage aircraft, flight simulators and rides. The multi-use Kalamazoo River Valley Trail runs through the city, linking parks and nearby communities.

    The Evergreen Packaging Kalamazoo Carton Converting Facility is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with easy access to the beautif Great Lakes region and the cities of Chicago and Detroit. Opened in 1952 and employing 175 team members, the facility prints and die cuts refrigerated gable top cartons for a variety of national and regional brands, primarily supplying important dairy nutrition to schoolchildren throughout the US.

    Pactiv Evergreenis committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, pleasecall (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

    All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

    Responsibilities

    Purpose of the Job

    The Maintenance Planner is responsible for assisting with the development of reliability-based maintenance strategy, based on preventative and predictive maintenance. This individual will work directly with the Maintenance Team Leader to build a reliable and effective Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and maintenance team. The Planner will work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance tasks.

    The Maintenance Planner makes a direct contribution to important plant goals of increasing labor productivity, reducing maintenance costs, and improving equipment reliability. This is accomplished by preparing detailed job plans, coordinating key scheduling activities with other areas, and ensuring work order data integrity. This person needs a complete understanding of the parts inventory function, inventory management, and parts distribution. This role serves as the central point of contact for all maintenance reliability systems. This position is expected to lead and participate in plant-level continuous improvement, lean, root cause analysis, and six sigma projects when applicable.

    Essential Functions/Responsibilities

    1. Support the initial design and implementation of the SAP Plant Maintenance, CMMS module.

    2. Demonstrate Enterprise asset management (EAM) proficiency utilizing the Materials Management and

    Maintenance modules of the CMMS.

    3. Generate and analyze key performance indicator reports (ie, due-in, past-due, mean time between failures etc.).

    4. Convert work requests to work orders in CMMS/EAM system.

    5. Update equipment history and other pertinent information.

    6. Continuously improve the preventative and predictive maintenance activities by utilizing key performance indicators as well as work order and customer feedback.

    7. Approving and prioritizing new work order requests. Analyze work order feedback.

    8. Ensure accuracy of the information on the new work requests before the request is converted to a work

    order.

    9. Use historical data to estimate labor hours needed to perform the work.

    10. Drive high service level in support of planned and scheduled maintenance work.

    11. Plan jobs and create required job information packages for scheduled work.

    12. Prepare and communicate job planning packages for scheduled jobs to all involved and affected.

    13. Determine actual sequence of work (ie, prep work, lock-out, burn and confined space permits required,

    job steps and necessary follow-up).

    14. Facilitate the weekly scheduling meeting to jointly review/approve the weekly schedule with the Department Managers, Maintenance Manager and Production Planner.

    15. Audit job sites to evaluate effectiveness and efficiency.

    16. Coordinate and follow-up delivery of special equipment needed from vendors.

    17. Exchange common planning information with Planners from other facilities.

    18. Provide support by contacting vendors concerning cost and availability of parts.

    19. Arrange support personnel, contractors and equipment as needed for the next week's scheduled jobs.

    20. Provide information to update drawings, parts lists and job steps when necessary.

    21. Establish and maintain an effective Master Maintenance Schedule for preventative and predictive

    maintenance activities (PPM).

    22. Input/update asset information in CMMS/EAM system (ie, vendor information, price, equipment hierarchy, PO#, store room location and any other information that may not have already been captured).

    23. Allocate/reserve stock parts for scheduled jobs in CMMS/EAM system.

    24. Communicate specific requirements to “reserve,” “stage” and “deliver” materials to coincide with

    scheduled maintenance work

    Qualifications

    Qualifications: Education, Skills and/or Experience Required

    1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred; or equivilent work experience

    2. 3 years relevant experience

    3. Knowledge of plant equipment and processes

    4. Demonstrate proficiency using AutoCAD

    5. Experience in use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System

    6. Practical knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems

    7. High energy, with exceptionally strong work ethic

    8. High trust, integrity above reproach and character that reflects company values

    9. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a sense of empathy

    10. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well under pressure

    11. Strong team player, able to think and act in ways fully supportive of other team members

    12. Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the

    effective manufacture of product

    13. Knowledge of business and management principles

    14. Demonstrated knowledge and high level of computer skill and familiarity

    15. Knowledge of food safety requirements

    16. Ability to interpret and administer the SQF Code

    17. Other duties as required

    Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

    1. Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, squat 8 to 10 hours a day

    2. Must be able to wear all necessary safety equipment

    3. Must be willing to work on manufacturing production floor

    4. Standard office duties apply

    Disclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work beingperformed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as anexhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

    Pactiv-Evergreen is an equal employment opportunity employer of Minorities, Females,Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans.

    #IND1P

    LI-TM1 #CB1

    You should be proficient in:

    • Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
    • Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
    • CAD/CAM Software
    • Engineering Degree
    • Excellent Communication Skills
    • Packaging Experience
    • Scheduling Experience

    Salary info:

    $35 - $42 / hr

  • 4 Days Ago

E
Material Planner
  • Eaton
  • Galesburg, MI FULL_TIME
  • Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Material Planner. This position can be based from our Indianapolis, IN facility or our Galesburg, MI facility. The Material Planner leads the planni...
  • 6 Days Ago

P
Maintenance Planner
  • Path Engineering
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • RoleAs a Maintenance Planner (also known as Maintenance Coordinator, Maintenance Scheduler), you will assist in developing a reliability-based maintenance strategy. Your role will involve working dire...
  • 2 Months Ago

I
Buyer/Planner
  • Impact Solutions Inc
  • Portage, MI FULL_TIME
  • Our client is a dynamic and innovative company who is dedicated to delivering high-quality products to their customers. Their team is driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to customer sa...
  • 2 Months Ago

P
Planner Sr. - Ogden Utah
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Planner Sr. - Ogden Utah Location: KALAMAZOO, MI, United States Job Family : Planning Job Type : Regular Posted : Jan 11, 2024 Job ID: 45672 Job Description Ensures performance to the master productio...
  • 11 Days Ago

P
Associate Production Planner
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary The Production Planner participates in the development and refinement of production schedules. The Production Planner directly tracks and analyzes new and ongoing orders, implementing...
  • 15 Days Ago

Filters

Clear All

Filter Jobs By Location
  • Filter Jobs by companies
  • More

0 Capacity Planner jobs found in Kalamazoo, MI area

R
Customer Service Specialist
  • Rollins, Inc.
  • Portage, MI
  • ** Customer Service Specialist** **Job Category****:** Customer Service **Requisition Number****:** CUSTO020313 Showing ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

G
Trust Relationship Associate - Kalamazoo
  • Greenleaf Trust
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • What's This Job All About? The Trust Relationship Associate will assist with the administration of client relationships,...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

H
SR PROJECT ENGINEER
  • Hiring Now!
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • WHAT YOU'LL DO:- Coordination of all phases of capital projects from strategy, business justification to start-up: inclu...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

H
Security Assistant
  • Heritage Community of Kalamazoo
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • Full-time third shift position available. The hiring range for this position is $14.06-$16.70. Perks Flexible schedule G...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

S
Production Team Leader (2nd Shift)
  • Strykermeded
  • Portage, MI
  • **Production Team Leader (2nd Shift)** **Portage, MI, US** **About Stryker** Stryker is one of the worlds leading medica...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

M
Project Manager, Network Operations
  • Mercury Broadband
  • Schoolcraft, MI
  • Job Description Job Description Are you a planner? Someone who sees the top of the mountain, and can map the path to get...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

F
Manufacturing Supervisor 2nd Shift
  • Flex-N-Gate Corporation
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of th...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

C
Vice President Supply Chain
  • Career Transitions, LLC
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • Position Summary: As a key leadership role, on the executive team, this position is responsible for overseeing and direc...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Most of Kalamazoo is on the southwest bank of a major bend in the Kalamazoo River, with a small portion, about 2.8 square miles (7.3 km2), on the opposite bank. Several small tributaries of the Kalamazoo River, including Arcadia Creek and Portage Creek, wind through the city. The northeastern portion of Kalamazoo sits in the broad, flat Kalamazoo Valley, while the western portions of Kalamazoo climb into low hills to the west and south. Several small lakes are found throughout the area. According to the United States Census Bureau, Kalamazoo has a total area of 25.11 square miles (65.03 km2), ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Capacity Planner jobs
$68,498 to $90,091
Kalamazoo, Michigan area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

Capacity Planner in Danbury, CT
The following guide presents a walk through of collecting Geneos data to provide to the ITRS Insights Capacity Planner.
February 10, 2020
Capacity Planner in Petersburg, VA
VMware Capacity Planner can help you plan for capacity optimization and design an optimal solution to achieve maximum performance.
February 07, 2020
Capacity Planner in Salisbury, NC
In this tip, let's look a situation in which an IT team uses VMware Capacity Planner for an initial capacity utilization assessment.
January 08, 2020