Collation Planner

The role

The Collation Planner prepares the programs for the collation machines and tables, building layouts, Characteristic files, Picklist files and reference tables that guide how collectible cards are mixed and looped. The role checks each program before production so customers receive the correct cards in each box or package.

What you will do

• Receive job priorities from Area Managers and plan work to the Job Scheduling.
• Decide whether machine or manual operation files are needed for each job.
• Verify the VMQuote job files daily and monitor changes from the Engineering team.
• Build layouts in Pivot Tables and save files to the designated SharePoint directories.
• Create Mix, Premix and Final Mix Reference Tables and Loop and Brick Collate references.
• Create Characteristic and Picklist files for the Collation Machine.
• Validate layouts, mixes, loops and pick sequences before production and report discrepancies.
• Have each program checklist reviewed and signed by a Supervisor or Quality Representative.
• Export files, save PDF copies and keep organized job folders.
• Help train new Collation Planners.

Required qualifications

• Ability to distinguish between colors.
• Visual acuity to read fine print on documents and screens.
• Depth perception to operate machinery safely.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Access.
• Proficient in VBA (Visual Basic for Applications).
• Skilled in Power Query.
• Basic understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Proficiency in reading and writing.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work extended hours, including overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

Nice to have

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production planning environment.
• Knowledge of macros.
• Experience with Power BI.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Skilled in data analysis.

Before you apply

• Fanatics never asks candidates for payment, banking information or other sensitive personal information during hiring.
• Recruiter contact should come from a Fanatics email address, including @collectfanatics.com.

About the company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company building a global leader in next-generation collectibles, part of the broader Fanatics digital sports platform. The Fanatics ecosystem spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans.