Production Planning Assistant

Kiss Baking

Kiss Baking

Production Planning Assistant

Kiss BakingChaguanas, Chaguanas, Trinidad and TobagoFull-time

Position Summary:

Supports the Production Planning Team in providing timely, quality and accurate reporting, analysis and communication that contributes to the overall efficiency of the Operations Department.

Principal Accountabilities / Key Functions:

·       Provides real time analysis and trend monitoring of production elements to identify and escalate deviations or non-conformances on a shift and monthly basis.

·       Advise and support Production Planning Supervisor to effectively manage stock levels in preparation for seasonal demands to maximize product sales. 

·       Maintains a high level of inventory and data accuracy.

·       Accurate data entry into enterprise resource planning (ERP) & computerized systems to meet internal and external customer demands.

·       Maintains physical records and documents that are properly archived and stowed.

·       Maintains good relationships with cross-functional departments.

·       Operates on a shift rotation basis in alignment with Production 24/7 operations.   

·       Ensure adherence to all Company’s established GMPs, Food Safety and Quality requirements.

·       Actively promote, support and comply with Kiss Baking Company Limited’s established Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures ad industry best practices.

Required Technical Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

 Minimum

·       Passes in five (5) CXC or G.C.E subjects two (2) of which must include English Language & Mathematics

·       Two (2) A level/CAPE passes

 Certification:

Minimum

·       Computer Literacy Certificate.

·       Effective Communication Certificate will be considered an asset.

Experience:

Minimum

·       An equivalent combination of knowledge and experience will be considered. Minimum of 1 year working experience.

·       Previous ERP or SAP experience would be considered an asset.

·       MS Office including intermediate level Excel experience.