Converting Production Planner
Sofidel S.P.A.
Plan and schedule converting operations, manage MPS, inventory, and coordinate with supply chain
22 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Duluth, MN
Office Full-Time
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
No specialisms available
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Renewable Energy
Green Building
Manufacturing
Sustainable Logistics
Role
What you would be doing
production planning
capacity management
schedule reporting
process improvement
inventory reporting
mps management
- Gather input from Sales, Marketing and Production in a structured formal venue to achieve plan accuracy and efficiency and to develop and maintain accurate production and inventory plans to meet forecast needs.
- Communicate any over/under capacity conditions and recommendations for risk mitigation in converting.
- Ensure that all production schedules and reports are in place, available and always communicated to all required personnel.
- Continuously look for innovative ways to improve efficiency and reduce waste as well as to improve process efficiency.
- Responsible for ensuring production plans, inventory levels and cycle reports are efficient, accurate and reliable.
- Develop and provide inventory level reports for FG with actual and optimum levels (weekly, monthly, quarterly or annual) for inventory turnover, inventory accuracy, and inventory adjustments including root cause analysis.
- Collaborate with the Procurement, Paper Mill Planning, Production Manager to confirm the production schedule before distribution.
- Build, establish and manage an accurate, reliable and efficient Master Production Schedule (MPS).
What you bring
innovative
1-3 yrs
sap
excel
bachelor’s
organizational
- Innovative Thinker: possess the ability to evaluate large amounts of information.
- 1-3 years’ experience in scheduling in a manufacturing environment; paper mills or paper industry is preferred.
- Able to work in a time bound environment.
- Strong organizational skills
- Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or other similar technical degree
- Ability to multi-task and balance conflicting objectives
- Technical/software skills; SAP and Excel
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Professional training and development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) Match
- Retention Bonus
- Competitive Compensation
- Dental insurance
- Professional and safe work environment
- Employee referral bonus
- Health insurance
- Paid vacation
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Company
Overview
1966 Established
Year Founded
The company was established in 1966 and has since grown into a global leader in tissue paper manufacturing.
13 Countries
Global Presence
Operates in over 13 countries, showcasing its extensive international reach and market presence.
- Produces high-quality tissue products for hygiene, household, and industrial use.
- Focuses on sustainability and innovation in the production of paper products.
- Known for environmentally friendly practices and cutting-edge technology.
- Products are found in homes and businesses worldwide, known for premium quality and affordability.
- Continuously invests in expanding global presence and refining manufacturing processes.
- Products range from toilet paper to paper towels, napkins, and more, catering to a diverse global market.
- Notable achievement includes advanced technologies reducing energy consumption in production.
- “Less is More” – guiding principle applied from procurement through production to reduce consumption, waste, CO₂ emissions, promote responsible consumption, improve efficiency, and protect safety and health.
- Mission: “Making everyday life tidier, cleaner, safer, more practical and pleasant by investing in people and innovation and promoting conduct based on sustainability, commercial transparency and respect for regulations, with the aim of creating value for customers, employees, partners, shareholders and the community.”
- Tagline: “Endless Care, Innovative Life”
- “Clean Living” – for integrity and respect: conduct based on professionalism, competence, honesty, ethicality, transparency, inclusion, sharing, participation, correct information.
- “Clean Living” – for everyday needs: products to contribute to hygiene, well‑being, cleanliness of homes and workplaces, offering innovative solutions that add value to individual health, hygiene and integral well‑being.
- “Clean Living” – for a healthier planet: approach to production inspired by ecological transition, responsible sourcing, water optimization, energy efficiency, waste reduction, limiting conventional plastic in packaging, and promoting responsible consumption.
-40% Scope 1 & 2 CO2
Carbon Reduction Targets
The company has set a target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO2 emissions by 40% by 2030 compared to a 2018 baseline.
-24% Scope 3 CO2
Supply Chain Emissions
Aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 24% by 2030 compared to a 2018 baseline.
100% Pulp Certified
Sustainable Forestry
All pulp used is certified by FSC®, FSC Controlled Wood, or PEFC, ensuring responsible forestry practices.
9.2 L Water Use
Efficient Water Management
Achieved water usage of 9.2 liters per kilogram of paper in 2023, below industry benchmarks.
- Committed to Net Zero (carbon neutrality) by 2050 across the entire value chain.
- Reduced direct (Scope 1+2) CO2 intensity by 24% (2009–2020) and by 19.5% in 2024 vs 2018.
- Plastic packaging: -45% reduction (2013–2024); aiming for 50% reduction by 2030 (vs 2013).
- Spain PPA: Buñuel plant 90 GWh/year renewable electricity → avoids ~12,870 t CO2 annually.
- Recognitions: CDP Leadership A– (Climate Change & Forests), CDP Supplier Engagement A–, EcoVadis Platinum, Amazon Climate Pledge Friendly badge.
4.0 Women Rating
Glassdoor gender rating
Reflects high inclusiveness experience for women in the workplace according to Glassdoor.
- Finalist in Ragan’s CSR & Diversity Global Initiative Awards (‘Sofidel and Suzano: Together we plant the future’ campaign).
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