Production Planner Position Available In Merrimack, New Hampshire

Production Planner
Full Time
Admin Clerical
Franklin, NH, US
3 days ago

Requisition ID:

1523 Momentum Manufacturing Group is a leading manufacturing partner to OEMs and product manufacturers across a variety of markets. With a skilled workforce of over 800, 11 manufacturing facilities across the Northeast, 750,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space, and a full suite of in-house metal manufacturing and value-added capabilities, we are an integral and trust supply chain partner to many. But we didn’t get here over night. MMG values each team member and understands each person plays a critical part in our on-going success. We offer medical, dental, vision, employer paid Short Term Disability, employer paid life insurance, Paid Time Off, Holidays, 401k with a match after one year of employment.

Job Summary:

Position is responsible for integrating, planning and execution of production at the plant level to drive efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide daily and long-term production planning based on needs pertaining to safety stock, demand forecast, customer orders, ship dates, production efficiency and compatibility. Ensure work orders are issued to the floor with both available raw stock and/or capacity available. Monitor short-term capacity demands at the work center level to identify raw material dates and projected deliveries to customer service. Maintain work order dates to reflect the actual day the product will be produced and consume materials in ERP. Daily coordination/partnership with production supervisors, and other production staff to evaluate any changes needed in the production schedule. Monitor the status of material usage. Execute reports providing timely data and information used to drive the schedule decision making process. Evaluate manufacturing or procurement challenges and constraints and develop solutions to overcome. In collaboration with the Production Planner, drive continuous improvement to increase production quality and yields. Participate in production and operations planning meetings. Assist with special projects as needed. Minimum Education, Experience, and/or

Skills Required:

2-4 years experience in manufacturing production planning/logistics. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with other functional areas in order to build trusted relationships. Effective troubleshooting, problem solving, and organizational skills. Ability to handle frequent interruptions, meets tight deadlines, and handles conflict in an effective manner. Demonstrated ability to organize resources and analyze alternative to make effective decisions. Sound knowledge of supply chain processes and procedure including logistics, manufacturing planning, demand, and replenishment processes. Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities. Demonstration of thoroughness and attention to detail. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office including advanced skills in Excel and MRP/ERP Systems