Operations Planner

The Hershey Company

Lancaster, PA, US
On-site
Production scheduling and planning
Material requirements planning (mrp)
Supply chain management principles
The Hershey Company Y&S Lancaster plant produces Licorice Products such as Twizzlers, Nibs, and Pull & Peel in a high-speed complex environment

Job Summary

  • The Hershey Company Y&S Lancaster plant produces Licorice Products such as Twizzlers, Nibs, and Pull & Peel in a high-speed complex environment.
  • The Operations Planner role supports the financial objectives of the plant by preparing detailed production schedules and managing MRP parameters to ensure timely material purchases and delivery.
  • The position involves interacting with suppliers, maintaining BOM and routing information, and developing strategies to minimize costs and improve supply chain performance.

Matching Summary

The Hershey Company Y&S Lancaster plant produces Licorice Products such as Twizzlers, Nibs, and Pull & Peel in a high-speed complex environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Production scheduling and planning
  • Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
  • Supply chain management principles
  • SAP or similar ERP proficiency
  • MS Office skills including Excel
  • Inventory management strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with JDA software
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Team collaboration abilities
  • Self-motivated and adaptable

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • Experience in production planning and materials management
  • Experience with SAP required
  • Experience with MS Office required

Work Rights

Not specified

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