Planner/Scheduler

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Purchasing department to control and ensure adequate raw material inventory levels meet the needs of the master scheduler.
• Cook up the implementation of the production schedules with the Production department management.
• Work closely and with personnel to identify and flag problem areas affecting customer service and other areas such as capacity, forecast, inventory levels, etc., and take direct and indirect action as appropriate. Keep production planning information up-to-date in appropriate system.
• Collaborate with Engineering personnel and production supervision in the implementation of product, process, and equipment changes.
• Aid in long-range planning projects and advise on scheduling and materials impact.
• Collaborate with production management and the Purchasing department to develop economical order quantities for raw materials.
• Ensure all computer systems and processes are in place for a smooth order placement and shipment to the customer in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Supply Network Planners to avoid backorders and high levels of inventory.

Qualifications

• AS Degree or sufficient on-the-job experience in a related field.
• BS degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or sufficient on-the-job experience is preferred.
• Two to six years in a manufacturing, production planning, inventory control, or materials management business.
• Experience with utilizing SAP is preferred.