The Production Planner will create and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands on time while considering manufacturing efficiency, customer priorities, capacity constraints, upstream material flow, planned downtime, approval processes, and other internal customer demands. The Production Planner will utilize multiple software systems including ERP systems, and work with multiple cross functional teams to ensure on time delivery of product/materials.
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Responsibilities:
Manage production orders daily. Convert and release production orders to achieve customer on time delivery.
Collaborate with customer service team to fulfill customer requirements and respond to changes to ensure customer satisfaction.
Adapt to changing environments with flexibility and responsiveness to pivot
Monitor downtime calendar and incorporate it into the production plan to manage interruptions effectively while ensuring on-time delivery.
Populate and update the Clear to Build file with missing parts and follow up with appropriate individuals to obtain necessary information to support the production plan.
Use SAP to assess production capacity, and dispatch orders to meet production targets.
Ensure on-time delivery of finished goods, and WIP by managing production schedules and addressing any delays.
Manage inventory levels to ensure that finished goods and work-in-process materials are at optimum levels and available when needed, while minimizing excess inventory.
Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
Proven experience in production planning within an automotive manufacturing environment.
Ability to adapt to customer complaints/request in a timely, professional manner.
Ability to handle multiple deadlines at the same time while setting proper customer expectations.
Experience in the manufacturing or the warehouse/logistics field considered a plus.
Education:
Associate
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
Proven experience in production planning within an automotive manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in SAP (or other ERP System) and Excel.
Possess strong decision making, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
If you are passionate about optimizing processes, crushing deadlines and ensuring customer satisfaction, we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your career by applying now, or send your resume to jordandevere@spherion.com.
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