UCT is hiring a Planner IV to advance our APS and Kinaxis capabilities at our Chandler and Hayward site. We are seeking an onsite Planner IV with hands-on Kinaxis Maestro (formerly Rapid Response) experience to support APS transformation at our sites in Arizona and California. This role blends production planning for low-volume/high-mix (LVHM) assemblies with Kinaxis super-user responsibilities, including scenario modeling, parameter governance, S&OP/IBP alignment, and CTB improvements. Strong analytical ability, planning leadership, and cross-functional influence are essential.
Key Responsibilities:Kinaxis RapidResponse (Super-User Level)- Own scenarios, what-ifs, alerts, dashboards, and planning parameter governance.
- Train planners & partners to strengthen APS adoption and planning discipline.
- Support enhancements, configuration changes, and ongoing APS improvements.
Demand, Supply & Inventory Planning- Lead demand planning inputs, consensus cycles, and change-impact analysis.
- Manage supply plans using finite/infinite capacity logic across complex BOMs.
- Drive inventory optimization through policy governance and exception management.
Production Execution & CTB Readiness- Maintain accurate production schedules and material alignment for multi-level assemblies.
- Own CTB visibility, long-lead risk tracking, and supplier/material readiness.
- Partner with Manufacturing to resolve capacity, shortage, and schedule risks.
S&OP / IBP Governance & KPI Management- Prepare inputs for S&OP/IBP reviews and lead scenario modeling.
- Govern KPIs, exception queues, backlog/commit health, and planning performance.
- Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement using data-driven insights.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work with Engineering on ECR/BOM change impacts to plans.
- Coordinate with Procurement on supplier commits and mitigation strategies.
- Align priorities across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Planning teams.
QualificationsRequired Education- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
Required Experience- 5+ years in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations-ideally in high-tech or semiconductor environments with complex, multi-level assemblies.
- LVHM contract manufacturing experience at Sr/Master Planner level.
- Strong ownership of demand planning, supply planning (finite/infinite), and inventory optimization.
- Experience driving S&OP/IBP governance and cross-functional alignment.
- ERP proficiency (SAP or Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional training capability.
Required Technical Skills- Kinaxis RapidResponse hands-on experience (super-user preferred): scenarios, alerts, parameter governance, user enablement.
- Experience with ECR/BOM integration, CTB methodology, and APS parameter governance.
- Strong analytical skills for forecasting, modeling, and production optimization.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing or related industries.
- Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt).
Challenges & OpportunitiesPlanning in UCT's LVHM environment requires managing complex, multi-level assemblies, long-lead materials, and rapid engineering change. You will balance constraints, maintain CTB readiness, and advance APS and Kinaxis adoption. This role offers the opportunity to modernize planning systems, strengthen cross-functional alignment, and support one of the world's most advanced semiconductor supply chains.
