The Opportunity: To ensure raw materials and manufacturing departments are efficiently planned throughout the various manufacturing and ancillary processes. To provide forward capacity plan to achieve delivery performance targets, and to communicate with Customer services and Production Manager on all deviations or delays. To plan efficiently to minimise number of machine set ups whilst adhering to agreed delivery dates without the need for additional transportation costs.

How You Will Impact WestRock

• Generate production plan to meet forecasted demands and customer orders

• Effectively use the planning software and clearly define scheduling requirements throughout production.

• Understand and report on capacity planning issues.

• Ensure all relevant planning details and reports are available as required.

• Maintain good relationships with material suppliers.

• Attend and participate in weekly Operations meetings

• Various Ad hoc projects as required

Experience and Skills required:

• Minimum of 2-3 years experience in the manufacturing industry.

• Previous experience in a planning & scheduling role would be an advantage.

• Problem solving skills

• Excellent Communication skills

• Ability to prioritise busy daily schedules

• Related qualification (Materials requirement planning, inventory control, supply chain management) an advantage, but not essential.

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to prioritise effectively while managing multiple projects

• A flexible approach to work.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Programmes

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

• A career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety and inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.