Production Planner

About the role

Planner will be responsible for the daily development of an issue plan to support the production plan of firearms at Smith & Wesson. Responsible for ensuring released production plans can be fulfilled based upon on-hand component levels. The role requires frequent interaction with Procurement, Cell Coordinators, and Team Leaders in various departments to ensure the production plan is feasible and to adjust the plan as a result of unexpected changes in component supply. The Planner will work closely with the Inventory Control team to ensure inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Act on order releases, action, and exception messages from the system.
• Plan and manage production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company's productive capacity while keeping inventory levels to the minimum required.
• Manage inventory levels, schedules, and availability of selected items, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.
• Release Planned Orders for production material and floor stock items to support the business unit.
• Interface with Engineering, manufacturing personnel, the Purchasing Department, and Supervisors on material status and production planning issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required OR 3 years of experience in manufacturing planning.
• Strong analytical skills, judgment, and problem analysis techniques.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to foster open communication and teamwork.
• Organized and capable of planning and carrying out multiple related activities.
• APICS certification a plus.

Skills

• Language Skills: Strong command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office applications; SAP knowledge a plus.

Training Requirements

• Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position.
• Participate in and follow all company initiatives.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen events, 5S, etc.).

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, squat, and walk.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses with side shields when on the factory floor.
• Additional PPE (e.g., hearing protection, safety footwear) may be required depending on job tasks.
• All employees must apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks.
• May require annual vision updates in the Medical Department or involvement in the hearing conservation program.
• Wearing of safety-certified shoes/boots may be required.

Work Environment

• Normal office environment conditions.
• Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, exposure to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting.
• May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with moving machinery, confined spaces, vibrations, and shop lighting.