Planning Engineer

Main Purpose of the job :

The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining efficient production schedules, ensuring optimal utilization of resources, minimizing downtime, and coordinating with multiple departments to meet production targets. The role involves demand forecasting, capacity planning, and inventory management specifically tailored to the unique requirements of ice cream manufacturing, including cold chain logistics and seasonal demand fluctuations.

Role and Activity:

• Develop and implement detailed production schedules based on sales forecasts and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with procurement, production, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and packaging materials.
• Monitor daily production performance and adjust plans to address any deviations or equipment downtime.
• Conduct capacity planning to ensure manufacturing capabilities align with market demand.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods while minimizing waste.
• Analyze production data and generate reports to improve planning accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards in all planning activities.
• Support the introduction of new products by planning required resources and timelines.
• Collaborate with logistics for the efficient distribution of finished products, ensuring cold chain integrity.
• Represent The Froneri Way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values

BEHAVIORS AND CORE VALUES: Must consistently showcase the desired behaviors that represent our Core Values.

We Take Ownership

• Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
• Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
• Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

• Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
• Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
• Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

• Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
• Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
• Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

• Ensure decisions are based on what's best for the whole business
• Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
• Treat everyone with fairness and respect

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in production or supply chain planning, preferably in the food or FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of production processes in a cold chain or perishable goods environment.
• Proficient in planning software and ERP systems (e.g JDE, etc.).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Work Environment:

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.

• Cold Temperatures: Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
• Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
• May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
• Fast-Paced: Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
• High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
• Standing for Long Hours: Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
• Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Food Safety Regulations: Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).
• Team-Oriented: Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.

The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is between $100,000 and $110,000 per year per year depending on experience with opportunities for overtime, shift differential, cold premium pay and annual bonuses (variable depending on company performance).

We offer a comprehensive group benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401K plan with employer match and annual contribution available.

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.