Production Planner

Production Planner
Location: 14955 Truman Street, Ottumwa, IA 52501

The Production Planner plays a critical role in ensuring consistent and efficient product supply at the manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for developing and executing operational plans that deliver the right products in the right quantities, to the right locations, at the right time—while optimizing inventory levels and resource usage.

Working in an SAP-driven environment, the Production Planner creates production schedules that support service level goals and supply chain efficiency. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for managing internal and external supply and availability issues.

Shift & Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and long-term production schedules.

• Plan and coordinate raw material availability in alignment with production needs.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, quality, operations, and sales to ensure alignment on supply planning.

• Train and support team members to ensure adherence to planning best practices and standards.

• Maintain inventory levels in accordance with Min/Max policies and service level expectations.

• Manage and adapt to organizational change in a dynamic environment.

• Apply commercial and supply chain knowledge to improve efficiency and responsiveness.

• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives across planning processes.

• Use analytical skills to support decision-making and problem resolution.

• Ensure strong customer service through effective communication and responsiveness.

• Compensation:
  • This is an exempt, salaried position paid on a biweekly basis. Compensation is flexible and determined based on the candidate’s experience

• Benefits Effective Day One

  • Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Disability coverage

  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, parental leave)

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Mileage Reimbursement

• Annual Bonus: Performance-based eligibility

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.

• Experience & Skills:

  • Experience with production and raw material planning.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

  • Experience with SAP or other MRP systems preferred.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively across diverse teams and cultures.

  • Financial and commercial acumen.

  • Coaching and team development skills.

  • Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

  • Flexible and open-minded approach to challenges and change.

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.