Production Planner

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Torrance
Posted on: April 20, 2024

Job Description:

SUMMARY The Production Planner performs a variety of planning activities required to attain business objectives. Working from the Master Schedule and through the MRP system, schedules operations to meet completion dates, prepares and maintains production schedules, revises schedules and prepares various reports for specific work centers. Works with Purchasing and Planning to obtain and schedule materials based on requirements. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working from the Master Schedule and other documents, plans and schedules requirements for various operations required to maintain production objectives to meet the Demand Plan.
• Reviews various daily reports including stock status, product backlog, and ad hoc reports for schedules, capacity, etc., utilizing the MRP system and/or Excel.
• Creates Planned Orders (long-term planning) and Production Orders (short-term planning), and dispatches schedules to optimize Production and ensures that assigned completion dates are met in accordance with resource availability. Reviews Production Orders and sets to complete status.
• Works with Molding (Rotational and/or Injection Mold) and/or various Assembly Departments regarding shop floor loading.
• Works with Purchasing and/or Molding to obtain materials based on requirements.
• Revises schedule as necessitated by changes in priorities, vendor deliveries, and/or machine/labor capacities.
• Provides timely and regular feedback to various departments in Supply Chain, Sales, and Customer Service.
• Actively supports Pelican's commitment to Safety, Quality, and Performance, with an emphasis on Continual Improvement.
• Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement. Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum of one to two (1-2) years of experience in Supply Chain Analytics, material planning and/or demand management in a manufacturing environment.
  • Basic knowledge of production planning and scheduling procedures, manufacturing processes (including molding and assembly operations) and best practices within a MTS/MTO manufacturing environment.
  • Must be eligible to receive information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
  • Experience utilizing advanced MRP and Excel spreadsheet software.
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills to organize, compile, and present data in written and/or verbal report format to various levels of Management throughout the organization.
  • Must have advanced level math skills to calculate machine capacities and utilization and to determine their impact on production. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • APICS or other accredited Supply Chain certification. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
      • Actively supports and complies with Pelican's objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement.
      • Must be able to interact effectively, cooperatively and professionally with employees at all levels.
      • Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager.
      • Must be flexible regarding working hours and overtime. Must be able to work overtime on evenings and weekends, with or without advanced notice.
      • Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
        • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be constantly required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers).
        • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch).
        • Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Pelican Products, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.The approximate base compensation range is shown below. The actual offer may vary based on skills, experience and location.Pelican Products, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Other details
          • Job Family Production
          • Pay Type Hourly
          • Min Hiring Rate $34.00
          • Max Hiring Rate $45.50

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