Materials Planner for Production

Sensidyne LP is seeking a dynamic individual who will be a key player in the Materials department. The Planner will be responsible for the planning, scheduling, and purchasing of the materials. The scope of responsibility includes purchased materials as needed, production of sub assemblies, and final assembly/test of complete units within production resource capacity and inventory level objectives. Incumbent also serves as focal point in the determination and commitment of schedule ship dates for customer requirements.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ensures timely purchase, delivery and material flow through production to satisfy finished goods inventory objectives, customer requirements and established committed ship dates.

2. Reviews bookings, schedules customer sales orders, and creates necessary purchase and work orders to meet sales and shipment requirements. Ensures that complete and clear documentation is provided to suppliers and production.

3. Assists and/or runs reports or queries as necessary to determine appropriate actions to maintain proper stock levels in accordance with department guidelines.

4. Functions at times as Buyer for parts/materials supporting products within the scope of responsibility.

5. Ensures establishment and communication of committed ship dates for sales orders.

6. Ensures timely disposition and resolution of rejected and failed materials.

7. Inputs and maintains MRP data essential for accurate reports on assignments parts/products.

8. Assists in maintaining management visibility of all outstanding material and production issues that impact company metrics performance.

9. Participates and works closely with engineering on new product development or special non-standard product sales orders.

10. Monitors status of all open work orders to ensure on time completion and closure. Reviews and reconciles work order material variances.

11. Responsible for directing and coordinating the timely and accurate shipment of sales orders within the company.

12. Monitors and reports product backlog status including revenue projections.

QUALIFICATIONS:

SKILLS:

Very effective communication and interpersonal skills

Strong detail, planning and organizational skills

Thorough knowledge and experience of MRP systems and applications

Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Query applications

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with close deadlines and prioritize critical tasks among competing tasks

EXPERIENCE: Three to five years experience working experience in production planning and/or purchasing in an MRP/ERP driven electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing environment with complex Bills of Materials. Bachelor’s degree and APICS/NAPM certification preferred. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles desirable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Petersburg, FL 33716 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Petersburg, FL 33716: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person