Description

The Position

This position is a member of the Production Control department. The Production Control Planner II will report directly to the Production Control Manager.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.

• Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data.

• Confers with department supervisors to determine status of orders.

• Expedites operations that are causing a delay in schedules.

• Responsible for updating the appropriate Item Master Fields to support Engineering Changes, R&D, New Releases, and Drawing Updates.

• Prepares list of required materials when needed.

• Prepares various production reports.

• Lead production meetings when needed to support Customer On-time Delivery

• Ensures timely closure of completed work orders.

• Responsible for the timely release of work orders to appropriate work centers.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree with more than 7 years of job-specific experience

• Associate’s Degree with more than 9 years of job-specific experience

• High School Diploma or GED with more than 17 years of job-specific experience

Skills & Relevant Work Experience

• 7 to 10 years Master Scheduling and Inventory Control experience

• Experience in managing manufacturing processes, productivity, and efficiency measurements a plus

• Strong analytical skills required

• Good written & verbal communication skills required

• Excellent understanding of Material Requirements Planning (ERP/MRP) and Capacity Planning

• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills required

• Strong computer skills (Information Systems; Microsoft Office; INFOR (XA, Mapics) or equivalent

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) a plus

• Programming experience a plus

• Lean/6S & 6 Sigma Training/Certification a Plus

Travel Requirements: Less than 25%

EOE M/F/D/V

Qualifications

Skills

Required

• Process Oriented: Intermediate

• Lean Manufacturing: Intermediate

• Ability to Multi-Task: Intermediate

Behaviors

Required

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Required

• High School Diploma or better

Preferred

• Associate Degree or better in Supply Chain Management

• Bachelor of Science or better in Supply Chain Management

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• Lean Six Sigma

• APICS Master Plannin

Experience

Preferred

• 7-10 years: Master Scheduling and Inventory Control