Planning Operator at Akzo Nobel in Waukegan, Illinois

Job Description:

We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.




Job Purpose



The main objective will be to optimize the balance between service - stock - cost for the Supply Chain of the Waukegan site.




Key Responsibilities

• Main point of contact with ICD Planning and CS teams.


• Creates and do follow up to Stock Kit Process Orders.


• Works with DC to schedule ICD shipments.


• Plans SprayCans&TU


• Support Materials Planning


• Ensure communication between Supply Chain departments (Demand - Supply-Production).


• Participates in SLOB management.


• Maintain Supply Planning metrics, systems, processes and execute continuous improvement.


• Participate promptly in improvement initiatives ( Training, etc.).


• Performs other duties as required or requested.


• Maintain MRP MD for existing materials and NPIF.


• Contributes to CI projects and proactively identifies and signals opportunities to increase performance and efficiency.


• Is familiar and complies with all the applicable corporate as well as site and laboratory policies/procedures with regard to personal conduct, HSE and Product Safety & Regulatory Affairs (PSRA) standards.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree or two years higher education is required


• 3 years or more in a manufacturing environment preferred


• SAP experience is preferred

Rewards & Benefits



The annual salary range for this position is $63,000.00 to $70,000.00. The position is eligible for an annual bonus of 4%, and employee benefits that are effective the first day of employment. Also eligible to participate in AkzoNobel's amazing employee discount program.


Medical insurance • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Paid Parental leave after 1 year • Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks • Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale • Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year • Career growth opportunities • Employee referral bonus


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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.


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