What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planning Coordinator position at Spectra-Tech Manufacturing, Inc.?
Job Title: Planning Coordinator
Status: Salary Exempt
Reports To: Production Planner
Salary Range: $48,000 to $58,000 based upon experience.
Hours: M-Th 6:30am – 4:15pm, Fri 8:00am – 12:00pm
Hours: M-Th 6:30am – 4:15pm, Fri 8:00am – 12:00pm
Summary:
Spectra-Tech is seeking a detail-oriented Planning Coordinator to work closely with our Purchasing, Program Management, and Production Management teams, as well as external vendors, to support and optimize production schedules through accurate material tracking and planning. This role involves assisting in developing efficient production schedules, creating and releasing production orders based on customer demand, monitoring materials in the ERP system, and coordinating with internal and external teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Responsibilities/ Principal Duties:
- Assists with creating production schedules based on customer orders, production capacity, and inventory levels. Resolve all unforeseen schedule problems and conflicts that may arise.
- Communicate regularly with Program Management and Production Leadership to resolve production scheduling issues and provide solutions of required changes to production plans or resolving capacity constraints to meet customer requirements.
- Track material requirements at the Manufacturing Order level using ERP system. Work directly with vendors and Spectra-Tech Purchasing team to resolve problem parts to ensure material deliveries will support master schedules and production plans to achieve on time delivery.
- Creates, schedules, and releases Manufacturing Orders in ERP system. Coordinates with material handling team to assure materials are picked and kitted in a timely manner to meet production schedules.
- Reviews material availability for customer date changes and expedite requests. Coordinates and confirms all date changes with vendors.
- Responsible for updating and maintaining accurate production run times in ERP system for proper capacity planning.
- Assist with identifying and implementing system and process improvement opportunities within the supply chain to enable overall production planning improvement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills.
- Able to analyze complex issues, gather relevant data, and make sound decisions.
- Ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and adapt to changes in timelines.
- Capable of identifying priorities, organizing tasks, and following through effectively.
- Works respectfully and collaboratively across all organizational levels and with external vendors.
- Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to improve processes and achieve results.
Qualifications:
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to work independently in a team environment.
- Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Proficiency working within ERP/MRP systems. SAP Business One is a plus.
Education: Associate’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred; equivalent work experience may also be considered.
Experience: 2 years’ experience in planning, procurement, supply chain, or electronics manufacturing is preferred.
Waiver: An applicant may fill this position without meeting all qualifications with review and approval of the Owners Group.
Salary : $48,000 - $58,000