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Process Planning executes the supply chain strategy ensuring that the right amount of the right type of product is produced in the right supply chain (U.S. and Asia).

For those products that are produced internally, the department ensures that all products are planned in such a way that they:

• Are feasible to produce both technically and economically,
• Achieve the desired artistic and quality requirements via established manufacturing processes,
• Ensure the lowest total production cost,
• While also meeting expected quantity and due date to meet customer expectations.

Process Planning works closely with section managers. engineers and operators to optimize production flows in the plant. Partners with creative, demand and inventory planning, litho, and procurement to deliver quality product on time.

In this role you will:

• Create and maintain Bill of Materials and Routes for all materials produced in the Leavenworth facility.
• Rectify and avoid production problems by possessing a thorough understanding of manufacturing capabilities and PPS, ARTS, MPPS, and SAP system knowledge.
• Manage projects relative to changes in current processes and the development of new processes, raw material changes, stock usage, etc. Analyze gaps in process workflows, recommend procedures for improvement and initiate department documentation.
• Develop/Update planning guidelines and standard pages that will ensure the production plan complies with current printing and manufacturing requirements. Develop expertise in all processes produced in the Leavenworth facility.
• Provide communication and direction to other members within the Leavenworth Planning team to ensure consistent and effective execution. Provide training/guidance for new Process Planners, Production and Material Coordinators and Production Planners as appropriate.

Requirements:

To be considered an applicant for this position you must show how you meet the basic qualifications of the job in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work and education application fields. Accepted file types are Microsoft Word (DOC or DOCX), PDF, HTML, or TXT.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2 years experience in a supply chain role.
• Experience working with LEAN principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power point

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred. Strong mathematical background.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound business decisions independently.
• Experience with SAP, APO, ECC, MPPS, PPS, ARTS.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Ability to lead change, build relationships with customers, and negotiate appropriate solutions among a diverse constituent base.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

This job will be located at our production facility in Lawrence , KS. Relocation assistance will not be provided.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• To be considered, you must show how you meet the basic qualifications in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields. Accepted file types are DOCX and PDF.

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You must show how you meet the basic qualifications in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields.Accepted file types are DOCX and PDF.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment.

Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.

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