What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at Viant Medical?
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The primary purpose of this job is responsibility for the planning and execution of company forecast, production schedule, materials plan and materials control activities to support operations goal of on-time shipment. Manages demand forecasting, capacity planning, and the maintenance of the Build Kanban system. Analyzes, identifies and corrects finished inventory to ensure date is accurate and delivery schedule is met.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
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Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
The primary purpose of this job is responsibility for the planning and execution of company forecast, production schedule, materials plan and materials control activities to support operations goal of on-time shipment. Manages demand forecasting, capacity planning, and the maintenance of the Build Kanban system. Analyzes, identifies and corrects finished inventory to ensure date is accurate and delivery schedule is met.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- Adheres to all safety and quality requirements.
- Plans and directs preparation of a schedule of Kanbans to conform to delivery dates, manufacturing capacities, available manpower, etc.
- Monitors orders in process to keep informed of manufacturing status and, when needed, initiate the necessary steps to maintain conformity with schedules.
- Prepare summary reports of safety stock and delivery performance on a regular basis and communicate results to Materials Manager and Production Manager.
- Identifies and communicates current and potential problems and opportunities so the management team can make appropriate decisions. Proactively leads change for improving efficiencies and effectiveness.
- Routinely interact with IT on system and process improvements.
- Identified as operations customer service liaison.
- Day-to-day interface with operations to ensure readiness and release of product.
- Coordinates the sales and operations planning effort within the facility.
- Analyzes inventory variances, identifies root causes and provides effective corrective action.
- Interfaces and coordinates between manufacturing, procurement, engineering, finance, and suppliers regarding component and schedule requirements and changes.
- Leads/participates in cost reduction, process improvement and quality improvement teams.
- Performs other functions as required.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
- 1-3 years' experience using MRP/ERP computer systems.(Oracle/Kinaxis - Preferred)
- 1-3 years' Scheduling/forecasting experience
- Experience with High Mix Low volume (HMLV) manufacturing products within a regulated industry (Medical preferred)
- Proven experience and understanding of Kanban Market Systems.
- Intermediate-high proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong organizational skills. Strong written and communication skills.
- APICS certification preferred.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective date of hire!
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
- Generous Paid time off and 10 paid Holidays
- 401k Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Voluntary Universal Life and Long-Term Care
- Voluntary Legal Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Home Ownership Program
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Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Salary : $76,000 - $84,000