Planner I

The Planner will execute the manufacturing plan based off of the Master Production Schedule, with emphasis on meeting customer order ship dates, and will aggressively strive to meet the requested ship date. Monitor daily capacity and develop production plans to best utilize capacity. Escalate and resolve daily obstacles that threaten on-time shipments or capacity optimization.

Responsibilities

Execute the manufacturing plan based off of the Master Production Schedule, with emphasis on meeting customer order ship dates; Monitor daily capacity and develop production plans to best utilize capacity; Escalate and resolve daily obstacles that threaten on-time shipments or capacity optimization; Add and reschedule jobs daily per MPS/MRP suggestions for assigned product families; Review and print jobs that contain no shortages; Resolve obstacles (parts or capacity related) that arise in assigned departments; Review Job Packet shortages and make schedule adjustments where shortages prevent jobs from starting as planned; Ensure proper MRP procedures relevant to the scheduling process are followed; Review back orders daily to ensure they are completed as recommitted; Coordinate efforts with Production Supervisor to ensure effective scheduling; Coordinate workflow and ensure job movement between departments or work centers; Work with purchasing concerning problem areas and unacceptable delivery dates; Create and communicate daily production work priorities/schedules and revisions to meet changing customer demand

Requirements

High School diploma or GED; Experience in a manufacturing environment; Experience with ERP systems; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds; Ability to sit, stand, type and click a mouse for extended periods; Ability to concentrate and focus on detailed information for long periods; Requires repetitive reviewing of numbers and other information with nearly mistake-free work performance; Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail software; Experience working in a team environment, and/or independently

Nice to have

Associates degree in a technical field; 2 years of experience in production planning, MPS and MRP; Experience with Epicor ERP system

Benefits

Annual bonus pay based on the performance of the Company