Production Planning Manager
Dairy Farmers of America
Wilbraham, MA · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
General Purpose
Support the organization by developing and maintaining the production schedule, managing the process order functions, procurement and coordination of raw ingredients and packaging material, inventory management, management of transportation related activities, developing and maintaining customer accounts and bill of material, maintain data collection, and to serve as the liaison between various levels of the organization, vendors and the customer.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Manage daily operational activities of supervisors and production staff to ensure customer orders are received, scheduled, and produced at the lowest possible cost to meet the customer’s requirements while maintaining established safety and quality standards
Manage assigned employees, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and performance management. Understand and effectively apply work rules, union contract provisions (if applicable), and employment policies. Administer discipline consistently and fairly. Work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve employee related issues
Manage activities related to strategic purchasing, material requirements planning, inventory control, warehousing, and receiving
Manage procurement and coordination of all raw ingredients and packaging material
Ensure that all regulations and company policies are understood and followed by supervisors and production employees; advise them of correct interpretation when necessary
Oversee the management of work in progress and finished goods inventory
Oversee and manage inventory levels to safeguard operational and financial goals
Lead and participate in kaizen events, corrective actions, and audits
Develop, maintain, and manage programs, spreadsheets and other record keeping methods to ensure accurate information is readily available and current
Track and report KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) as identified by the organization
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required