Buyer/Planner

SUMMARY:

A production planner is well-versed in production operations and processes and ways to optimize them. They are organized and results-driven with good problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are very useful for this role.

The goal is to ensure the smooth flow of production through the shop.

• Interface daily with the shop floor, Area Leads, Management, Purchasing and Customers.
• Schedule and releases (cut Jobs) per the Production Schedule and Capacity plan.
• Works with manufacturing on scheduling based on material status and available capacity.
• Respond to customer requests (forward upgrade/retrofit requests and system quote requests to Inside Sales team)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedule/manage the release of jobs per the Capacity plan
• Coordinating production workflow
• Address any bottle necks by working with the Area Leads and Management to ensure orders ship on time. Update the SO and Job due dates as required
• Entering of Sales Orders
• Planning, coordinating and prioritizing Jobs through the shop to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
• Determining manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand
• Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget
• Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption
• Prepare and submit status as processes require
• Updates Jobs based on demand changes
• Mentor/train junior members of the organization
• Other duties as assigned.
• It is every employee’s responsibility to be aware of and adhere to the applicable Safety & Health, Quality and Environmental Process of the Company.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school in related discipline
• Seven years of production planning experience

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Prior Lean or Work Cell experience a major plus
• Excellent communication abilities
• Proven experience as a production planner
• Excellent knowledge of production planning and capacity planning principles
• Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

WORK ENVIRO NMENT and PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The normal work environment is typical of a business office, manufacturing operation.
• The incumbent is routinely required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, touch, see, and hear, and may be required to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the regular duties of the position, the incumbent may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, and possible exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The incumbent must be able to wear safety equipment and follow safety instructions.