Production Material Planner

Production Material Planner

Responsible for production planning, scheduling, and expediting activities for given product class or classes in a dynamic complex manufacturing environment.

Evaluate and analyze demand affecting ERP and MRP planning logic.

Proactively identify potential demand errors or irregularities and facilitate problem solving for resolution.

Consider sales forecast and capacity when developing production schedules.

Participate and support the sales forecast process.

Create and utilize targeted item forecast for special events to drive correct demand for production, launch and purchasing.

Manage part by part item planning parameters in ERP to drive order actions in support of planning activities and inventory level strategies.

Plan production by creating, maintaining, and updating production schedules and or Work Orders using ERP / MRP functionality focusing on timing of material flow from beginning of the production cycle until final assembly is shipped to customer.

Utilize Lean and Visual planning tools and strategies, driving visual planning systems and tasks to sustain those systems.

Monitor daily schedule status and communicate scheduling delays or concerns that may affect customer on time delivery to appropriate levels in the organization.

Collaborate with production leadership to ensure optimum productivity and timely completion of orders.

Follow up with the production team to determine the status of schedules and materials, revising schedules as necessary to meet customer on time delivery.

Participate in production huddles and team meetings.

Understand customer orders for assigned planning groups and be the mediator between the customer and production.

Work with Sales on appropriate communication with external customers.

Manage customer portals per customer specific requirements as role requires.

Monitor and report on Customer Scorecard metrics and facilitate appropriate corrective action where deemed required.

Understand, comply, and support all required trade compliance activity and specific supporting activities related to planning and customer relationship management.

Participate in product launch and changes, working closely with other teams to facilitate change management timing and the procurement of material affected by said change.

Effectively manage launches / changes to eliminate or minimize scrap or reworked parts.

Monitor and identify supplier material shortages and coordinate with suppliers and buyers to resolve late deliveries or lead time challenges.

Utilize ERP, subsequent reports, and tools to identify and resolve material constraints.

Work with Purchasing on vendor delivery strategies to support production readiness.

Participate in continuous improvement activities, independently or in a team environment.

High school diploma or GED

1-2 years planning experience, preferably in a complex manufacturing environment.

Performance that reflects RAMI Core Values : Positive Attitude, Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Integrity and Teamwork.

Core math skills supporting the planning process as defined by company standards.

Proficient computer knowledge and ability; Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook, ERP systems and others as role scope requires.

Ability to gain knowledge and understanding of RAMI product, processes, and customer specific requirements.

Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ability to multitask and work in a dynamic change environment and drive the necessary intensity that environment requires.

Excellent communication skills.

Analytical problem-solving skills.

Highly dependable, motivated, and self-driven with excellent attendance.

Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives and problem solving, formal and informal.

This job operates in a professional work environment on the product floor and office environments.

While performing duties of this job, the employee will regularly; sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, twist and occasionally will be required to, kneel, lift, or move objects of 50 pounds or less with or without assistance.

R.A. Miller Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.