Production Planning Manager & IT Site Liaison
Company: LSG Sky Chefs
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: March 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: Production Planning Manager & IT Site Liaison Job
Location: Des Plaines-USA-60016 Work Location Type: On-Site About
us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and
hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and
dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the
Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to
excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise
of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul
of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary
experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their
passengers across North and Latin America. Role Purpose Statement
Actively work with Operations, Receiving, Finance, Transportation,
and other departments to identify problems and develop solutions to
minimize or eliminate delays in the production process. Responsible
for the development and maintenance of all manufacturing production
schedules that will adequately fulfill customer demands. Maintain
goal performance reporting and analysis. Main Accountabilities
Supporting Operational Business Assist in the preparation of
operations data analysis, reports and summaries that will enable
Management to operate the facility more efficiently and
economically. Develop and maintain manufacturing production
schedules insuring that optimum production flow is maintained.
Oversees the proper distribution and usage of scheduling reports
and dispatch lists Interfaces with purchasing to determine shortage
status Maintain goal performance reporting and analysis. Interact
with Customer Service, Operations, Product Engineering and all
other disciplines necessary to insure customer satisfaction. Based
on established metrics, analyze and report on production
activity/results and plant capacity data. Recommend improvements
based on analysis. Monitors/Audits the scheduling system for
quality, flow of work and efficiency of system. Maintain
departmental policies and procedures. Perform all other duties
necessary to insure the efficient and effective performance of the
Planning Department. Update and communicate all daily operation
information in a timely, accurate, and user-friendly manner
Maintain adequate documentation of processes Ensure the area of
responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed Conduct
employee training, performance reviews, coach & counsel for direct
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree preferred 2
years of experience in a production planning, supply planning, or
plant operations role Ability to multitask and balance aggressive
timelines Ability to work in cross-functional teams Positive and
constructive attitude Ability to understand a long-term production
plan and how it relates to a short to medium-term detailed schedule
Less than 10% travel required Strong interpersonal, planning and
organizational skills Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Excellent time management skills with ability to use independent
judgment effectively LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action
Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities.
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