Planning & Execution Team Lead

About Us

BW Converting is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

The Planning & Execution Team Member III is responsible for the flow of work through the machine shop, oversees requests for outsourcing, and directs the work of other Planning & Execution Team Members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Create and release manufactured parts out of MRP and schedules all work requests.
• Schedule and expedite late releases and monitor changes to requests.
• Release and schedule manufactured warranty requests.
• Work in conjunction with manufacturing to optimize capacity in the machine shop for core work.
• Level load all work centers in the machine shop.
• Rout and schedule engineering change notices.
• Determine best machining practices and what can be reworked, then route and schedule internal and external manufactured requests.
• Serve as a technical resource for the manufacturing team and customers on manufactured parts.
• Develop quotes, routings, and lead-times for all RGA’s and work with customer service on scheduling.
• Effectively communicate with internal customers on the status of manufactured parts.
• Train, coach, and mentor, and direct the work of other Planning & Execution Team Members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Affiliate degree in machine tool/fabrication technology or a related field and five years of related experience, or
• A high school diploma/GED and eight years of manufacturing experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Proficient knowledge of raw material types and machining principles.
• Proficient knowledge of machining processes such as chrome/nickel plating, hardening, and stress relieving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, XA and MRP.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Knowledge of metallurgy.

COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Resourcefulness: Adapts to changing circumstances and priorities; effectively copes with unexpected interruptions, delays, and demands.
• Action-Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Directs Work: Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move about frequently.
• Occasional repetitive motion and grasping.
• Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks.
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently.
• Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer.
• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection.