Planner Work Order Coordinator

Production Planner

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demands and achieve production targets.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure seamless workflows and address scheduling conflicts.
• Adjust production schedules to accommodate changing priorities, holidays, environmental constraints, or unexpected disruptions.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates and inventory accuracy, to assess and improve scheduling effectiveness.
• Utilize MRP tools such as Oracle and Omega to generate and analyze production plans and material requirements.
• Maintain and update data in the ERP system, including dates and lead times, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the ERP system to maintain operational efficiency.
• Generate detailed reports and analyze data using tools like Power BI or Excel to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Create, issue, review, and close work orders in the ERP system.
• Ensure accurate documentation of materials and labor for all work orders.
• Monitor work order progress to meet deadlines and customer expectations.
• Foster effective communication with internal teams, external organizations, and customers via meetings, emails, and other communication channels.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to schedule and expedite custom parts.
• Establish and communicate shipping dates for customer orders.
• Lead or actively participate in daily / weekly production meetings to align schedules and address challenges.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements in materials and production planning.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as ISO 9001 or OSHA guidelines.
• Adhere to all HSE and Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational goals.

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