Production Planner/scheduler - Santa Ana, United States - Freudenberg-NOK

Freudenberg-NOK

Verified Company

Santa Ana, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB
The production planner represents the link between production and customer service. Primary goal is to achieve a high on time delivery and simultaneously meet the OEE and inventory targets. The production planner is responsible for purchasing raw material, planning and scheduling of productions orders, monitoring work in process and coordinating with all departments responsible for delivering product to customers on time

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Ensure that work orders are scheduled correctly based on demand/stock levels and available production capacity.
Enter WIP in system, ensure system is accurate.
Track WIP and provide status updates, start escalation process for slow moving WIP
Maintenance of physical planning board (Plan work orders and ensure production follows sequence of work orders).
Start escalation process in case of production disruptions (e.g., defect machine, missing operator, raw material shortage) and consult with customer service if on time delivery is threatened.
Track and follow special customer requests (e.g., line down, pullin, push out).
Place raw material purchase orders based on MRP requirements in QAD and available capacity and sample requests. Responsible for avoiding downtimes due to missing raw material and simultaneously meeting the inventory target. Have proper backup documentation.
Prepare and analyze various KPI's and reports (e.g., On time delivery, on time starts, past dues, lead time, slow moving WIP), proactively define and implement appropriate actions following the PDCA loop.
Actively participate in various meetings (e.g., daily LPMS, weekly TOP4 meeting, CCR meeting, Capacity Planning, KPI review).
Optimize the flow of product.
Participate in lean activities such as Kaizen Workshops.
Additional duties as assigned.

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES OF THR JOB
This position is one of the most visible and dynamic in the organization. It requires a person who is enthusiastic and tenacious as well as professional and articulate. The incumbent must be able to work independently with mínimal supervision. Production planner must be able to interact with all levels of the organization. This is a temp to hire position.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Moderate to loud production environment
Working around equipment and machinery
Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Ability to work overtime based on business demands.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Rare sitting
Constant walking and standing
Occasional bending of neck
Frequent bending of waist
Occasional squatting
Occasional kneeling
Rare crawling
Occasional twisting of neck
Frequent twisting of waist
Frequent fine manipulation
Occasional climbing of stairs
Occasional crouching/bending/stooping
Frequent reaching above shoulder level
Frequent reaching below shoulder level
Frequent reaching outward
Constant grasping
Constant pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds (lbs.)
Constant near vision and far vision
Constant hearing and talking
Frequent lifting/carrying up to 35 lbs.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn when performing work duties, and at all times on the production floor:

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Safety ear plugs:

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Safety glasses
Team members will be trained on the proper use and care of assigned PPE. FNST provides the required PPE.

It is the associate's responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to their Manager/supervisor.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in material planning/order management

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrate good attendance, safety, and housekeeping records.
Detail oriented, accurate, good interpersonal and organizational/ prioritization skills
Demonstrate positive, teamoriented behavior.
Must demonstrate good organizational skills.
Capable of handling change, displaying flexibility and be willing to try new ideas and concepts.
Selfstarter and can carry out tasks with mínimal direct supervision.
Capable of handling change.
Ability to carry out tasks with mínimal supervision.
Good balance between customer service requirements and inventory management/production requirements
Process oriented (follow through / responsiveness/ sense of urgency)
Very good communication skills and selfmotivation are necessary
Strong Outlook and Excel skills (Vlookup, Pivot tables, Macros) is a must
Experience with ERP System (SAP is a plus)
Fluent in English
Spanish is a plus