Job DescriptionThe Planner III develops production plans and schedules to meet customer demands. They also create shop orders and prepare inventory targets based on production plans and schedules.
Responsibilities- Prepare inventory targets in concert with production plans
- Create shop orders based on the production schedule
- Provide data-driven insights during production and operations planning meetings
- Plan equipment, material and workforce requirements to meet production schedule
- Lead and/or support scheduled planning meetings
- Perform critical ERP transactions and prepare special reports on status of production
- Develop and maintain production plans based on master schedule demand
- Analyze forecasts, inventory levels, and material requirements to ensure operational continuity
- Create and close manufacturing jobs and follow up on their status
- Coordinate with Procurement, Logistics, Operations, and Engineering teams to ensure execution of project plans
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including plan attainment, on-time delivery, and on-time job completion
- Identify risks, bottlenecks, and process deviations, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain and update planning data in systems such as Kinetic and Power BI
- Prepare reports and perform data analysis to support management decision-making
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning processes
- Provide guidance and support to junior planners and contribute to the standardization of planning processes
- Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and internal procedures throughout the planning process
Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Related Field of Study
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline
- OR (9) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree
- OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree
Additional Information This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
Other benefits include: - Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
- 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
- 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
- Career Opportunity and Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
- Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
- 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
