What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Planner I position at Stratasys?
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!
Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.
Stratasys Direct Manufacturing (SDM) is seeking a Project Planner to coordinate with Project Managers, Operations, customers, and vendors to plan and execute customer programs aligned with company goals. This role ensures order accuracy, facilitates smooth job releases to the shop, and proactively addresses potential issues to support timely and efficient project fulfillment.
What You Will Be Doing
As a part of Stratasys, this position requires access to information and/or technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (or, green card holder), a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected Veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.
Stratasys Direct Manufacturing (SDM) is seeking a Project Planner to coordinate with Project Managers, Operations, customers, and vendors to plan and execute customer programs aligned with company goals. This role ensures order accuracy, facilitates smooth job releases to the shop, and proactively addresses potential issues to support timely and efficient project fulfillment.
What You Will Be Doing
- Prepare work orders and data for production, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Develop diagrams and graphic aids for operations, enhancing manufacturing and inspection processes
- Perform thorough contract reviews with relevant documentation to capture requirements and cascade them onto the work order
- Verify hardware availability or initiate timely orders to prevent delays
- Generate Purchase Order (PO) Requests with applicable flow-downs of customer requirements
- Manage program Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and manufacturing issues, revisiting when initiating reorders
- Conduct scheduling and status tracking, including the setup and hosting of status update meetings as needed and required by the customer
- Collaborate with purchasing and vendors to procure materials and services, ensuring the fulfillment of the Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Establish, communicate, and execute Engineering Change Request (ECR) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes when required
- Coordinate with Project Managers and Operations to provide recovery dates to Sales/Customer in cases of order delays or cancellations
- Submit nonconformances to customers to determine disposition
- Actively participate in trainings for POD tech to enhance knowledge of the process/material and post-processes
- Follow all company safety policies and proceduresAttend all required company training
- Demonstrate commitments to Stratasys Behaviors by leading, acting, and modeling these values
- Other Responsibilities as assigned by the department or manager
As a part of Stratasys, this position requires access to information and/or technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (or, green card holder), a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum one year experience in a Fulfillment Services role such as Customer Care or Production Administrator, OR 2 years’ operations experience in additive manufacturing and custom manufacturing
- Demonstrated history of seeking out learning opportunities and strong critical thinking skills
- Demonstrate ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and clearly communicate technical requirements and status of assigned projects. Written and verbal communication is clear and concise
- Must have experience with Microsoft Office products
- Understanding of various manufacturing process specs, standards and other technical documents Ability to read 2D Drawings, understand GD&T and design intent
- Understanding of SolidWorks and/or other CAD programs
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
- Prior experience with various manufacturing methods such as CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, vacuum forming, etc.
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Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected Veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.