Master Planner
About The Position
Plans and prepares production schedules for the manufacture of industrial refrigeration. Schedules $50 - $70 million dollar product volume and directs the flow of inventory to the plant. Develops and maintains the master production schedule to establish operational sequence and lead times, ensuring shipping dates are met in alignment with sales forecasts and customer orders. Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data, performing quantitative analysis to determine manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and staffing needs. Plans and coordinates workflow for each department and operation based on established manufacturing sequences and lead times. Defines and communicates the sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and related manufacturing operations to guide production personnel. Collaborates with department supervisors to assess project status and ensure alignment with production schedules. Proactively expedites production activities that are behind schedule and adjusts plans to accommodate unforeseen conditions or operational changes. Prepares, analyzes, and distributes production reports to support planning and decision-making. Develops and maintains lists of required materials, tools, and equipment to support production needs. Prepares and processes purchase orders to procure materials, tools, and equipment. Serves as a primary point of contact among vendors, subcontractors, and internal production teams to ensure coordination and timely execution. Leads revenue projection efforts in partnership with the Commercial Sales team, providing monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets to support business planning and performance tracking. Adheres to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics standards at all times.
Requirements
- Requires an Associates degree with 5 – 7 years experience or 9 years of qualified experience in the manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), as well as Internet software and E-mail is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the master production schedule to establish operational sequence and lead times, ensuring shipping dates are met in alignment with sales forecasts and customer orders.
- Analyze production specifications and plant capacity data; perform quantitative analysis to determine manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and staffing needs.
- Plan and coordinate workflow for each department and operation based on established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
- Define and communicate the sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and related manufacturing operations to guide production personnel.
- Collaborate with department supervisors to assess project status and ensure alignment with production schedules.
- Proactively expedite production activities that are behind schedule and adjust plans to accommodate unforeseen conditions or operational changes.
- Prepare, analyze, and distribute production reports to support planning and decision-making.
- Develop and maintain lists of required materials, tools, and equipment to support production needs.
- Prepare and process purchase orders to procure materials, tools, and equipment.
- Serve as a primary point of contact among vendors, subcontractors, and internal production teams to ensure coordination and timely execution.
- Lead revenue projection efforts in partnership with the Commercial Sales team, providing monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets to support business planning and performance tracking.
- Adhere to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics standards at all times.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
