What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at JB Poindexter \u0026 Co?
How You Will Make an Impact
The Production Planner is responsible for production scheduling, and planning functions. This role has regular interface with sales, operations, purchasing and engineering.
The Nuts and Bolts
Plan, schedule and generate manufacturing orders and work schedules for the shop floor to achieve high on-time delivery, level loading of available labor, and to minimize WIP and finished goods inventory
Work closely with Production, Sales, Engineering and Purchasing to meet operational goals
Coordinate with Purchasing to maintain updated equipment dates and adjust production schedule as needed
Collaborate with chassis pool and sales to maintain updated chassis data
Provide input to management and/or interface with customers when rescheduling is required due to design changes, chassis delays, labor and material shortages, and other potential schedule interruptions
Utilize ERP software and scheduling programs that support production planning, capacity planning, and operational management
Maintain production planning systems and procedures with high data accuracy and integrity
Required Credentials
Education:
High School Diploma or GED; Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
Experience:
Three years of production planning experience
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and functions required
How We Make an Impact
At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the world’s largest upfitter of work trucks, we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 25 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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