Associate Production Planner

Novelis Lincolnshire Manufacturing Facility • Lincolnshire, IL

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About The Position

Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents. The Novelis Lincolnshire team is seeking an Associate Production Planner. This role is responsible for performing activities in the areas of planning, production scheduling, inventory control, logistics, and customer service in an efficient manner.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or related field or 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of production planning and control in a manufacturing environment.
• An understanding of business and management principles, leadership strategies and strategic planning.
• Familiarity with the principles of supply chain management.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and knowledge of business systems.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills with ability to use logic, math, and database tools to support initiatives.
• Computer proficient, i.e., pivot tables, Access, and data conversion with ability to present functional specifications to the IT Department.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to achieve timely results, balance multiple tasks and objectives, and to manage change.
• Willing to provide constructive feedback, provide information clearly and generate solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Related manufacturing and logistics experience.
• Ability to learn new software packages quickly and apply knowledge to daily tasks and projects.
• Ability to demonstrate effective team leadership and team membership skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and planning tools.
• Possess strong customer orientation.
• Possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills including the ability to solve problems while exhibiting practical judgment and realistic understanding of the issues involved.
• Overcome obstacles and find reasonable resolutions to situations on a case-by-case basis as encountered.
• Exercise discretion when determining if direction from manager is needed.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Recognize data needed to make decisions, collect data, and analyze to determine direction in which to proceed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment by aligning with Novelis EHS standards and policies, all state and federal regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• Perform Production Planning & Scheduling activities in support of a 24/7 production operation.
• Perform inventory control activities including tracking WIP levels to monitor supply shortfall risk and cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory.
• Support the new items and specifications process.
• Produce dashboard reports and other statistical reporting.
• Fill in for other Production and Logistics Planners as needed.
• Perform timely customer communication for both internal and external customers.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams and drive initiatives.
• Work within the parameters created by the ISO9001:2015 quality system.
• Perform all other duties and projects as assigned and required by the Supply Chain Leader.

Benefits

• Family Growth Programs: Paid parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility Treatment, Childcare Discount and Nursing Mom Support.
• Employee Assistance Programs: free resources available 24/7 to you and your family in the areas of mental health, family life, and career and financial guidance.
• Wellness Programs: incentives for wellness activities, wellness spending account, programs for building healthy habits, virtual physical therapy for joint, back, and pelvic health, health management programs and more.
• Diabetes Management Program.
• Pet insurance.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• PerkSpot Discount Program.
• Tuition assistance and career development programs!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees