Production Planner

Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionThe Production Planner is responsible for coordinating and planning operations to meet customer requirements and orders, with a particular focus on subassembly components. This role involves developing and maintaining production schedules to ensure seamless production operations. Key responsibilities include coordinating with various departments, managing resources, and ensuring production targets are met in a timely and cost-effective manner. The Production Planner utilizes various tools and software to forecast demand, plan production activities, and monitor progress effectively.Essential Job Responsibilities Not Limited To Analyze and report on inventory metrics to enhance impact on production:Monitor the overall situation including materials transactions, materials in inventory, labor transactions, supply chain problems, customer forecasts, customer demands and market changes to make timely and accurate reporting to improve impact on production and achieve better resultsBuild and monitor the production schedule to meet customer orders and make revisions as needed based on analysis and material availability in inventory and ERPUse market and competitive analysis to anticipate necessary production changes and propose revisions to meet customer ordersAnalyze and measure ERP inventory and inventory on hand and ensure ERP is accurate and reflects materials available to meet and improve production goalsWork with relevant stakeholders to ensure continuous inventory shipments to meet production requirements.Collaborate with the Production Manager to enhance efficiency through effective problem-solving.Review Methods of Manufacture (MOM) item structures ensuring consistency and accuracy Process Purchase Orders or Purchase Order Releases in ERP to procure raw material, parts, supplies, tools equipment and services to meet customer demands with respect to:Direct materialSubcontract materialIndirect material supplies or services. Identify what to buyAnalyze historical trends and sales orders to determine material requirementsAnalyze available inventory, material requirements and lead times to determine material to be ordered or releasedReview demands daily utilizing modules of the Vantage System with consideration to cost, supplier and inventory levelObtain quotes from subcontractor suppliers for parts or services. Summarize, justify and present supplier selection for approvalRead and interpret engineering drawings and other documentation needed to plan/purchase material and production requirements Ensure material transactions are executed properly, accurately, and timelyAnalyze and resolve Negative on Hand and Transaction History to monitor and maintain system effectiveness.Resolve Invoice and Receiver discrepancies to ensure proper receipt of stockWork with QA and Suppliers to resolve material rejections. Obtain RMAs from Suppliers and ensure material transactions are complete Plan, schedule and monitor production work orders for accuracy and proper execution for:Job orders for contract workJob orders for work accomplished in other VMC departmentsJob orders submitted to subcontractors and suppliersDevelop production plans to meet sales order and/or finished goods replacementsCollaborate with production management to determine the resources required to meet the production plansProduce job orders to convert/process material within VMC operations and with suppliersCoordinate requirements between departments or warehouses that protect the production plan. Ensure that subassemblies produced in outside operations are delivered on time to support downstream operations Monitor and maintain material item parameters in ERPBased on parameters provided, detail and maintain reporting on the necessary stocking levelsUpdate Bills of Materials (BOM’s) and Methods of Manufacture (MOM’s) in ERP system as required Participate in the implementation training and usage of system software and any other software/hardware systems necessary to accomplish objectivesProvide system software training to team membersRequirementsKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteMathematical skills with respect to algebraic calculationsProficiency with ERP systems - EpicorKnowledge of material properties and manufacturing processes for decision makingKnowledge of raw material and commodities marketsCompetenciesUse of sound judgment to prioritize and made decisionsCritical thinking and creative problem solvingStrong organizational and detail orientation skillsProven interpersonal skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business or related field3-5 years Planner experience in production environment2 years’ experience in lean manufacturing environmentProven ability to meet deadlinesExposure to Kaizen events or Six Sigma continuous improvement models a plusExperience working within ISO-9001 or equivalent quality management systemCPIM a plusHealth, dental and vision insurance401K with company matchLife InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsGenerous annual time off policy12 Company-Paid holidaysA Solid Wellness Program to support your personal health goalsProfessional development opportunitiesJoin our team and build a rewarding career where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported. 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