Microwave Products Group (MPG) is seeking a Planner to support the military community by scheduling and planning manufacturing activities for an assigned product line and subordinate operations.
Requirements
- Exceptional analytical and data analysis abilities
- Understand production, workflow, shop capacity, supply chain, manpower utilizations and load reporting
- Proficient in the use of MS Office (Word, Access & Project)
- Advanced skills in the use of MS Excel
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, production planning, and inventory management principles
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices required
- Exposure of IFS or other ERP systems
Responsibilities
- Analyzes and communicates part shortage(s) to Materials Manager and buyers prior to Design Reviews
- Prepares for and attends engineering Design Reviews and New Product Launch meetings
- Supports Materials Manager, Manufacturing Manager and Director Supply Chain in implementing optimal material flow analysis including: Kanban, batch flow and other pull initiatives where applicable
- Plans, schedules and communicates sub-assemblies and finished goods priorities through production operations ensuring targets and goals are clear and understood
- Promotes and works toward level loading of schedules through manipulation of shop orders
- Supports production smoothing by providing data and analysis of actual vs expected production build times
- Analyzes MRP output to determine raw material requirements
Other
- Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational, communication and follow-up skills required
- Ability to establish and maintain a positive work environment required
