Logistics Production Planner

Hankook Tire•Clarksville, TN

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a reliable Logistics Specialist to communicate the needs of the RDC/DFC order to the plant. Factors in many variables to ensure production, sales, and inventory are correct. Creates a weekly plan based off these elements. OE tire supply management (MR changes, progress, proper inventory).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
2-5 years of relevant experience
Good command of written and spoken English
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Monitoring

Nice To Haves

Supply chain management or logistics management major or advanced degree in a related field
Previous experience in the manufacturing industry (transportation/distribution, TMS, scheduling, and or planning)

Responsibilities

Generates a production schedule to maximize plant efficiency, meet customer demands, minimize waste, and meet inventory objectives
Control the production planning systems and mold management systems
Keep in contact with sales groups, the Production Management Team, and mold suppliers to ensure more effective work processes
Purchase the molds and manage the payment of them using the related systems
Analyse and report the quantity of molds to ensure smooth production
Create reports that highlight Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for management of personnel and team members
Overcome constraints of the manufacturing plant such as machine capacity, material shortage/surplus, and human resources
Maintain communication with the Production Management Team to identify and understand discrepancies between the production plan and daily production results
Utilize proprietary systems to manage and monitor inventory, supplies, and production results
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Increase facility capacity by predicting production constraints
Stable supply of tires to OE companies, maintain proper inventory, solve problems
Cross-trained and provide support covering Production Specialist when needed
Perform other duties as assigned by management