MFG – Production Planner MRP

Responsibilities:
• Utilizes the MRP system to schedule manufacturing production
• Maintain schedules to support manufacturing and customer orders
• Work with others to gather forecasting information to ensure material availability to meet requested ship dates
• Work with Manufacturing Buyer to communicate with suppliers on material availability, issues with on-time deliver, quality, inventory targets, etc.
• Analyze and reschedule orders to ensure material availability and inventory levels
• Material planning and master scheduling support of contract manufacturing and third party supply chain
• Update and report results regularly
• Excellent Customer service skills

Qualifications:
• B.S. Industrial Engineering or similar technical degree from an accredited college / university. 2-year degree and equivalent applicable experience may also be considered.
• 5-7 years Production Planning in a manufacturing environment
• Material Planning utilizing a MRP system
• Background in forecasting
• Demonstrated initiative, creativity & good judgment in solving complex problems
• Excellent analytical & conceptual skills
• Excellent verbal, written & listening communication skills
• APICS Certification strongly recommended
• Familiarity with TQM methodology, Lean Manufacturing and problem-solving concepts a plus