Planner Production

Purpose of Position

Provide technical analysis, recommendations and drive implementation to maximize productivity in assigned areas

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Performs independently; recognized as a resource to others: able to translate complex nuances to others; able to improve processes; focus on broad issues. Provides training to department members when required. Provides guidance to less senior Teammates in the department. Trains and mentors to other Teammates as required.
• Plans sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Communicate the product and process related information associated with manufacturing and engineering drawings such as technical data.
• Support production activities and determine efficient routing by utilizing manufacturing knowledge to interact with mechanics to interpret engineering drawings and tolerance requirements.
• Make improvements in the manufacture of the products to reduce cost, improve quality and efficiency.
• Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity in the planning, scheduling and manufacturing this is based on knowledge or skills. Review and correct engineering drawings prior to planning being complete to eliminate errors before product is built.
• Improve the product flow and the order of operations by utilizing materials and equipment capabilities.
• Creates statistical analysis of errors and develop trends to identify areas of improvement.
• Support the manufacturing process by taking corrective and preventative action on production delays and deviations, and support root cause analysis.
• Reads blueprints and/or engineering specifications to obtain product information such as specified material, surface finish, dimensions, quantities, engineering notes, Bill of Material, symbols, block changes and revisions.
• Ensure Bill of Material accuracy in support of the EOL process and Change Board.
• Identify patterns and trends in key performance indicators to support cross functional teams designed to maximize productivity.
• Make independent decisions based on professional and technical knowledge.
• Knowledge of tooling and fixtures.
• Shift work and special work hours may be required to accomplish some of the above tasks.

Minimum Education

Associate’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or applicable field

Minimum Experience

6 years of experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Must be able to read and interpret drawings; CAD, Microsoft Office – PowerPoint, Word and Excel (advanced) Six Sigma Greenbelt preferredSyteline and Keytech preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.