About the position
North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world. NAI was proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace on Long Island by Newsday! Our culture is very collaborative. We have team building events, company picnics, special event day and employee game room. Please visit our website at www.naii.com/careers to see more about what makes us a unique place to work. The Production Planner plays a vital role in overseeing supply and demand planning processes. This role requires a strong background in production and materials planning, with the ability to enhance systems and processes significantly. This role bridges material handling with production planning, ensuring workstations are fully stocked and production schedules align with demand. By combining hands-on material flow management with production forecasting and scheduling, this role plays a key part in minimizing delays and maximizing manufacturing efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative monitoring of production dates to ensure timely delivery of products as part of scheduling management.
- Maintain a steady supply of raw materials, components, and tools to production areas to prevent work stoppages.
- Work closely with machine shop personnel, planning, and purchasing to ensure smooth production flow, minimizing bottlenecks.
- Coordinate priorities with vendors/outside finishing houses.
- Plan, schedule, and manage production orders to align with customer demand and inventory availability.
- Develop and analyze production schedules to ensure capacity meets demand.
- Assist in monitoring inventory levels, conducting cycle counts, and updating ERP/MRP systems.
- Identify shortages, prioritize replenishment, and escalate material constraints to relevant teams.
- Lead or participate in production meetings to communicate material and scheduling updates.
- Support Lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S and continuous improvement projects.
- Ensure proper documentation and tracking of material movement, updating records as necessary.
- Proactively identify, prioritize, and track shortages to mitigate production delays in shortage management.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in material/production planning or a similar role preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and multitask effectively.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address material shortages and scheduling conflicts.
- Basic understanding of bill of materials (BOM) and engineering drawings.
- 1-3 years of experience with MRP/ERP systems.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with production and/or material planning and forecasting operations.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across the organization.
- Working knowledge of continuous improvement (Lean) activities preferred.
- Experience with contract manufacturing interactions is a plus.
- Experience as a Buyer/Planner is a plus.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tax-deferred 401K with company matching contributions
- Vacation, holidays, sick
- Employee tuition reimbursement
- Business casual dress environment
