Production Planner/Buyer

Department:

S&OP and Logistics Document Type:

Job Description Document Title:

Production Planner•Buyer Filling your

Products' Needs Document Number:

PP.B.

Page:

1 Production Planner•Buyer S&OP and Logistics Job brief

SECOND SHIFT

•The Production Planner/Buyer organizes production according to demand and quality standards. ensure our goods are produced on time for distribution in a profitable manner. The Production Planner/Buyer is well-versed in production procedures and methods; and ways to optimize them. Need to be organized and results-driven with great problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are required. The Production Planner/Buyer, is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies or equipment for normal business production. The duties include negotiating deals with suppliers, researching possible item selections and tracking inventory of current products. The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient flow of production operations.

Main Responsibilities:

Coordinate production workflow for multiple products Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand Assign workers and other staff to particular production operations Schedule shift according to production needs Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.) Developing an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders Delivering a weekly purchase order report to supervisors that indicates the invoice number for all closed orders Assisting the Supply Chain Manager with maintaining inventory levels and materials on a regular basis Effectively communicating with the management team to ensure all orders are accurate Prepare and submit status and performance reports Keep inventory records up to date and organized Collaborate with quality control, warehouse and other staff

Skills:

Knowledge of manufacturing tools and equipment. IT skills, especially using data analysis software and Microsoft Office. Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic. Ability to create and adhere to procedures. Ability to write reports legibly and accurately. Proven experience as production planner Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles Experience in MRP II (Manufacturing resource planning) Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems (SAP ByDesign) or similar Good at math and statistics Strong organizational and problem-solving skills Excellent communication abilities

Requirements:

•Associate degree in technology, engineering, or related fields; or 3 years of relevant experience working in manufacturing planning and/or facilities.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00•$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Procurement:

1 year (Preferred)

Purchasing:

1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person