Plant Scheduler

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a qualified professional to join the team as a Plant Scheduler supporting the Kansas City, Missouri location. This role is a key interlink between sales, operations, and supply chain. The Plant Scheduler will service the needs of the facility from vital supply ordering to the final finished material and drive optimization of production planning in a high SKU manufacturing environment with multiple manufacturing lines. A successful candidate will have positive communication skills and approach, a strong desire to learn, and the ability to think outside the box!Our TeamYou know us already! Georgia-Pacific is one of the nation’s leading corrugated box manufacturers. The team at Kansas City specializes in manufacturing corrugated containers for virtually any product using both converting and corrugator assets. This position provides opportunities for promotion both in Kansas City as well as many other Georgia-Pacific and Koch facilities across the country.Come join our team! To learn more about this facility and our Packaging division, please visit: www.gppackaging.comCheck out these videos/links to learn more about the Corrugated Business at Georgia-Pacific:Georgia-Pacific: How Corrugated Boxes are MadeGeorgia-Pacific: Corrugatedwww.gppackaging.comWhat You Will Do• Scheduling of orders for a corrugated paper machine, finishing equipment, and managing the roll stock inventory• Working with customer service to effectively plan to meet customer needs and efficiently maximize the productivity of the operation• Managing roll stock which includes ordering, receiving, warehousing, and consuming paper in addition to analyzing usage and utilization trends to ensure the right product mix is available to efficiently meet the needs of our customers• Interfacing and working directly with production, customer service, and various other departments within the plant operation• Exemplify and advance the PBM® (Principled Based Management) philosophy• Manage roll room and off-site warehouse roll inventory• Ability to work on call and weekend basis as neededWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)• Experience with operating and managing a computer-based production scheduling system in a manufacturing, industrial or military environment• Previous experience utilizing data to drive strategic decision• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook• Ability to operate and manage a computer-based production scheduling systemWhat Will Put You Ahead• Experience in a corrugated manufacturing environment• Previous experience with KIWI System, BGO and Orion ManagingTHIS ROLE IS NOT OPEN TO VISA SPONSORSHIPAt Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring PhilosophyAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.Who We AreAs a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.Our BenefitsOur goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.Equal OpportunitiesEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf