Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream · 1 day ago
Planning Engineer
Laurel, Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$100K/yr - $110K/yr
2+ years expDreyer's Grand Ice Cream is a company specializing in ice cream manufacturing, and they are seeking a Planning Engineer to develop and maintain efficient production schedules. The role involves demand forecasting, capacity planning, and coordinating with multiple departments to ensure optimal resource utilization and meet production targets.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingSnack Food
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
401K plan with employer match and annual contribution available
Company
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream is a manufacturer of ice cream products.
1001-5000 employees
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