GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Production Planning Manager organizes production according to demand. They ensure products are produced on time and are well-versed in production procedures and ways to optimize them. They are organized and results-driven with great problem-solving skills, delegating as practical to their direct reports. The goal is to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of our production operations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Organizes production schedule according to work order specifications, established priorities, and availability or capability of workers, parts, material, machines, and equipment.
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Works with the production team and sales to set promise dates for new orders.
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Provides routing assistance for new parts.
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Maintains, coordinates and monitors performance of the daily and weekly schedule for all areas in the shop including the review of available capacity and priorities.
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Ensures timely preparation and submission of status and progress reports and related data required.
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Assist in or assume primary responsibility for preparing an effective and easily understood Equipment Schedule and maintain knowledge of key project milestones.
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Ensure compliance to schedule and manage appropriation of resources required to meet on time delivery requirements.
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Manage communications for schedule disruptions.
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Manage expeditors to ensure material and components reach work areas in a timely manner.
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Perform other duties as assigned
TRAVEL: Less than 5% (Likely for training purposes only)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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Broad knowledge of machining operations (mill, lathe, grinding, etc.)
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Broad knowledge of fabrication operations (burn table, welding, etc.)
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Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel
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Infor Visual experience is a plus
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Highly motivated with a positive attitude
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Self-starter, collaborator, high work ethic, with a “hands-on” approach
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Familiarity with Lean Principles is a plus
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Versatile and able to perform and coordinate multiple tasks concurrently in a fast-paced environment
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Strong analytical skills with a disciplined approach to planning/scheduling
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Must be able to interact as a team member with various departments from sales to final production assembly.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of planning/scheduling experience working
- Experience with scheduling software and concepts.
