Westlake Chemical Corporation

Production Planning Manager

Westlake Chemical Corporation • $80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5+ years of experience in production scheduling, inventory management, or manufacturing operations.
  • Strong inventory control and manufacturing experience.
  • Proven leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead production scheduling activities to balance customer demand, inventory requirements, and manufacturing capacity.
  • Oversee inventory control processes, including cycle counts, physical inventories, reconciliations, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
  • Manage finished goods, raw materials, consignment, obsolete, and excess inventory to optimize working capital and service levels.
  • Maintain product master data, Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and item setup within JD Edwards.
  • Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and product revisions.
  • Develop and monitor KPIs related to inventory accuracy, schedule attainment, inventory turns, and customer service.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and system effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on inventory performance and production planning.
  • Join a team committed to operational excellence and customer service.
  • Focus on continuous improvement in operational and system effectiveness.
Full Job Description
About the Job

Westlake Royal Building Products is seeking a Production Planning Supervisor to lead production scheduling, inventory management, inventory control, and product master data functions for our Columbus and Franklin facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring product availability, inventory accuracy, customer service performance, and operational efficiency while leading a team of scheduling and inventory professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead production scheduling activities to balance customer demand, inventory requirements, and manufacturing capacity.
  • Oversee inventory control processes, including cycle counts, physical inventories, reconciliations, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
  • Manage finished goods, raw materials, consignment, obsolete, and excess inventory to optimize working capital and service levels.
  • Maintain product master data, Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and item setup within JD Edwards.
  • Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and product revisions.
  • Develop and monitor KPIs related to inventory accuracy, schedule attainment, inventory turns, and customer service.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and system effectiveness.
  • Lead, coach, and develop scheduling and inventory control personnel.
  • Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, Customer Service, Accounting, and Supply Chain teams to achieve business objectives.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5+ years of experience in production scheduling, inventory management, or manufacturing operations.
  • Strong inventory control and manufacturing experience.
  • Proven leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supervising employees in a manufacturing environment.
  • APICS CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or similar certification.
  • Experience with continuous improvement initiatives.


Technical Skills:

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills.
  • Working knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne and DSI systems.
  • Experience with reporting and data analytics tools.


Why Join Us?

Join a team committed to operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on inventory performance, production planning, and overall business success.

About Westlake Chemical Corporation

Westlake Chemical is an international manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals and fabricated products that enhance the daily lives of people around the planet. The tires we ride on, the plastic wrap that keeps our meats and produce fresh, the pipes that are essential to ensuring clean water, the frames that secure our windows and doors, Westlake plays a vital role in supplying the building blocks for these products and many more.

Westlake Chemical Corporation Careers

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At Westlake Chemical Corporation, you will be part of a culture that thrives on growth, innovation, and leadership. Our team is committed to transforming the chemical industry through high-performance products and sustainable practices. Engage in a career where you can lead projects that not only enhance our company’s performance but also contribute positively to the environment.

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Our professionals at Westlake Chemical are encouraged to drive change and deliver solutions that make a real impact. From your first day, you’ll collaborate with a global team of experts dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

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Westlake Chemical is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. We offer unmatched training, development programs, and leadership courses to ensure you have the tools needed to succeed. Our benefits package is designed to support the diverse needs of our workforce, including health, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

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Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Westlake Chemical Corporation offers a range of career paths in areas such as research, operations, marketing, and management. Our hiring process is straightforward and respectful, aiming to match your skills and interests with the right opportunities within our company.

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Learn more about Westlake Chemical Corporation
Size
14,550 employees
Market Cap
$13.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$330 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+18.3%
Revenue
$7.5 billion
NASDAQ

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