Production Planner

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review Supply Chain IMR/ MRP by PPS to determine what CPS' need replenishing of precut stock.
• Work with Sales to manage source orders and can place them as needed to yield out a coil.
• Review Production Planning Window and combine like items based on the PPS into a Job Set.
• Create set ups that are time and cost efficient, with directions that are easily understood by other plant personnel.
• Communicate with Sales department, purchasing department, Technical Services, and plant management pertaining to inventory and customer order issues.
• Use Job Scheduling to add jobs to lineup at each piece of equipment maximizing machine efficiency and maintaining customer required delivery dates.
• Manage Job Scheduling to ensure orders are being set up in a timely fashion and far enough out to maximize same setup runs.
• Work with Plant Manager and Operations Supervisor to maintain flow of Multi-Process Job Work Orders through the plant until completed.
• Review aged inventory reports and eliminate aged material when possible (Supply Chain Review IMR).
• Create Production Sales Order, Production Plans (Job Work Orders), and expediting material from outside processors and communicate with Inventory Control Team.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Typing and computer data entry skills
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Inventory valuation knowledge
• Problem solving skills with respect to creating in-process production reports demonstrating cost, waste, and time efficiency, as well as customer expectations and plant limitations
• Ability to recognize workload limitations and assist others whenever needed
• Knowledge of steel product characteristics (including defects) and processing procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Prefer an associate’s degree in business administration or related field and one to two years of experience in a production environment.
• Formal education may be substituted with experience and training when competency in the position is demonstrated.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This is a safety sensitive position.
• This work is predominantly performed in an office setting with minimal to moderate noise due to computers, printers, and people.
• Occasionally, work will be performed in a manufacturing setting with moderate to high levels of noise due to machinery and equipment.
• The temperature of the facility will vary based on outside weather conditions.
• The use of personal protective equipment for safety compliance may be required as deemed necessary by management.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Insurance: Affordable plans for medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing on the first day of the month following your start date.
• Employer-Paid dental with available Buy-up options
• Free MDLive Telehealth Services through our Medical Plan
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability with Buy-up options
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents, cancer, and long-term care
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal and Family services
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Bonus Paid Floating Holiday in recognition of the diversity of our team
• Financial: 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match up to 4.5% after one year
• Pretax Health Savings Account
• Pretax Flexible Spending Account
• Paid bi-weekly
• Quarterly bonus based on company performance
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement is available for job related courses to further your education, with up 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Skill Development Programs
• Learning Management System
• Promotional Opportunities
• Local Perks & Discounts: Dress for your day!
• Teammate referral bonus
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Teammates appreciation activities

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.

Steel Technologies is a safety-sensitive workplace. All employment offers are contingent upon results of a 10-panel drug screening, including marijuana.