PRODUCTION PLANNER II

Scope

As a Production Planner, you will be responsible for analysis & planning, organizing and controlling the flow of production hardware to support scheduling of orders, materials and services in support of established and scheduled customer commitments. As a member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT), the planner will work closely with manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, quality, production control and inventory control staff to identify and eliminate constraints.

Responsibilities

• Generate and respond to the various SAP ERP/MRP functionalities in support of operations
• Maintain periodic production schedules for all associated product families
• Execute ERP messaging tools to coordinate efforts needed to support operational needs
• Alert program & upper level management when constraints inhibit product flow
• Process timely release of shop orders in quantities that supports upper level demand
• Absorb and communicate material and service purchase requisitions as needed
• Ensure system lead times are reviewed & adjusted as required
• Correct system data that results in invalid load, lead time & schedule outputs
• Develop and maintain strong working relationship with all IPT team members
• Participate in meetings, seminars and presentations as directed by upper management
• Demonstrate an earnest commitment to the company’s objectives for Perfect Delivery, Perfect Quality, 5S, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and any other improvement initiatives

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred (Business, Supply Chain Management, or related)
• 4 or more years of experience in a production planning role in lieu of degree
• APICS Training/Seminars, coursework or Vocation/National Certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years current experience with a computerized ERP/MRP or equivalent system
• Minimum 3 years as a Planner/Scheduler with a manufacturing company, preferably aerospace
• Minimum 3 years working background within a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace and/or defense-related & one utilizing "Lean" concepts and practices
• Strong analytical skills / work independently with little or no direct supervision & within a team
• Experience with Microsoft Applications including Excel and pivot tables
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings or blueprints
• Strong knowledge of and exposure to various types of manufacturing processes and controls
• Self-motivated to excel, act upon and achieve best possible results
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs