Production Planner

Production Planner Atlasbx - 2.8 Clarksville, TN Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy Writing skills Productivity software Technical Proficiency Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description Objective:

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for developing and modifying production plans, while ensuring materials and manpower are available, as well as incorporating engineering changes and supporting the Production Management Team. Essential Functions Assist with developing and modifying production plans to ensure continuous production Keep track of changes in capacity in the production system, and communicate those changes to all relevant departments immediately Build a good rapport with the manufacturing units to facilitate effective communication Review production specifications, identify and report plant capacity constraints Analyze production demands and develops appropriate plant capacity requirements Establish, develop, and coordinate a weekly production schedule that will maximize machine utilization, minimize mold changes, minimize inventory, and achieve customer satisfaction goals Consistently updates production schedule and work orders to reflect real-time visibility Ensure that materials and equipment are pre-arranged for production Order and stock adequate materials to avoid future shortages Resolve production, manpower, and material shortage problems quickly in an order of priority Monitor production process, workflow, and schedules to ensure on-time delivery Evaluate and review production output to provide management with daily analysis and reporting of production status Generate production reports to managers for critical decision-making purposes Effectively utilize existing Enterprise Resource Planning system to accurately plan production and reflect correct standards, resources, and work centers Maintain Advanced Planning System information to optimize schedule and planning. Monitors forecast and customer orders for unexpected changes and revises plans as required Work with managers to develop potential solutions to improve production performance Education & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline Manufacturing experience preferred, but not required Proficiency in Microsoft Office products Knowledge of ERP systems strongly preferred Knowledge of SAP strongly preferred Bilingual - Korean, preferred Required Competencies Production & Processing Mechanical Principles Mathematics Applications Engineering & Technology Administration & Management Time Management Required Skills Exceptional Communication Including active speaking/listening, reading/writing skills in accordance with standard business practices and decorum Critical Thinking/Troubleshooting Using logic and reasoning to identify problems as well as the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Details Must have attention to details for all areas of work Computer Skills Advanced computer skills, proficient skill in MS Office, and the ability to learn other computer programs Ethical Behavior Must maintain the highest ethical standards in the conduct of company affairs; must conduct business with integrity and comply with all applicable laws in a manner that excludes considerations of personal advantage or gain Work Environment/Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Required to climb, balance, bend, squat, reach, grasp, and hand dexterity. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Travel There is little travel expected with this position.