Production Planner

Job Description

Job Details

Job Title

Production Planner

Job Code

PRDPLN

Department

Stride Manufacturing Administration

Manufacturing Administration

Location:

Multiple Locations

Reports To

Plant Manager

FLSA Classification

Exempt

EEOC Classification

Professionals

Salary Grade

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Yes No

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Production Planner includes overseeing production scheduling, planning, procurement, and inventory control for designated departments or facilities. This role involves coordinating the transportation of finished goods from manufacturing sites to distribution centers. Additionally, the Planner is responsible for conducting timely cycle counts, verifying discrepancies, and ensuring accurate quantities before adjusting in JDE or annual audits. Furthermore, the Planner maintains close communication with distribution centers to monitor inventory levels and guarantee sufficient supply to meet customer demands.

Essential Duties

• Plans production for all on-site manufacturing operations at designated facilities.
• Sources raw materials and some finished goods for designated facilities.
• Conducts monthly cycle counts of raw materials, if applicable.
• Supervises daily cycle counts of finished goods, if applicable.
• Manages the logistics of transporting company items between manufacturing facilities and distribution centers.
• Oversees all Bill of Materials to ensure accuracy and content at both the recycling center and manufacturing facility. Corrects any errors in JDE.
• Records daily production data for assigned departments or facilities.
• Communicates regularly with shipping coordinator and production managers to facilitates system entries and transfers to JDE/P4 for finished goods.
• Works with shipping coordinators to relocate goods as needed.
• Collaborates with the purchasing manager to maintain necessary supplies.
• Adjusts schedules last minute in response to machine problems or breakdowns.
• Oversees the year-end audit at designated facility.
• Engages in process improvement initiatives and implements new systems when necessary, following best practices.
• Collaborates with customer service on inquiries regarding products from assigned departments.
• Uses JD Edwards/P4 and Valogix for scheduling, planning, and procurement tasks.
• Forecasts schedules by creating a tentative plan for all departments managed over a 12-month cycle to define the appropriate work schedule.
• Presents an 8-week build plan for assigned departments during weekly SIOP calls.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Required

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field, or 4 years of related experience
• 3 - 5 years of experience in scheduling and/or procurement in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of JDE/P4 and MRP software or similar applications
• Excellent math skills, general ledger exposure, and financial acumen to forecast production planning
• Intermediate experience utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume work environment
• Proactive “self-starter” with a strong attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with employees on all levels, including executive leadership, as well as suppliers
  
  
  

Preferred

Key Competencies

Inter-Relationships

Consistent interaction with all levels of employees including facility leader(s), VP of Operations, and other members of the corporate leadership team. Works closely with outside vendors, sourcing relationships and other third parties on a regular basis.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work Environment

This position works in a general manufacturing environment. Frequently exposed to seasonal temperatures of excessive cold or heat. Work environment is often loud, dusty and/or dirty due to the concrete materials required for production.

Physical Demands

Demand

Frequency

Hear

Frequent

See

Frequent

Sit

Frequent

Talk

Frequent

Type

Frequent

Stand

Frequent

Bend

Occasional

Stoop

Occasional

Reach

Occasional

Drive

Occasional

Repetitive Motions

Occasional

Stand

Occasional

Physical Work

Percentage

Medium – 10 - 25lb

10-25%

Travel Required

Yes – 0– 10%

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel.

Job duties outlined in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been formulated in accordance with the guidelines established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (1990) stipulate that employees must be capable of performing the “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”.

DiversiTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.