Production Planner II

Job Purpose

Ensure the efficient flow of the production operations through scheduling, planning and monitoring of operations

Job Description

• Releases orders into production per Production Schedule or as requested 
• Communicate with the warehouse regarding material releases
• Print drawings, Routing, and other related materials to create production order packets for the floor or shipping packets for outside service operations
• Works with the area leader to prioritize work orders and supports monthly and annual WIP physical inventory efforts
• Monitors WIP, reviews production needs, and determines priorities of action needed for unscheduled work. Assists with developing a schedule to ensure efficient flow of material through their assigned area
• Assists with expediting the material movement of critical path materials and updates the progress of WIP Production Orders
• Assists as required in tracking down missing parts or making par substitutions

You are meant for this job if:

• High School Diploma or equivalent Technical Diploma
• 3 to 4 years’ experience 
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
• PC skills with full knowledge of MS Office Suite – (SAP preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Experience working with others to develop functional solutions to strategic organizational objectives and present recommendations to functional department leadership.
• Ability to develop and improve processes, policies, and procedures to achieve business results that impact direct function. 
• Ability to manage and organize work directly or through Supervisors 
• Ability to demonstrate a Customer Service approach to business.
• Exhibit proven leadership traits around communication, establishing requirements, and addressing areas for improvement.
• Demonstrate commitment to core values and lead by example