Planner I

Federal Signal Openings•Post Falls, ID

4d•$23 - $28

About The Position

We are looking for a qualified Production Planner to organize production according to demand and quality standards. You will be the one to ensure our S&B materials are ordered and available. Nesting of steel and structural steel to best account for material usage will also be a focus in this roll. Starting Wage $23-$28/hr. An excellent production planner is well-versed in production procedures and ways to optimize them. They are organized and results-driven with great problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are very useful for the role. The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient flow of our production operations.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office - Specifically Excel
Strong math and statistics skills
Problem solving, decision making, and collaboration skills
Excellent time management skills / organizational and planning skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be highly detail oriented.
Ability to multi-task and adjust to changes in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Working knowledge of ERP systems - Epicor preferably
Working knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
Ability to work with minimal supervision, and effectively communicate challenges and concerns
Must be able to sit for long periods of time (regular sitting and climbing stairs is required).
Must be able to lift a maximum weight up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Use nesting software to create efficient layouts, reducing material scrap.
Implement effective nesting strategies to maximize material yields and flow.
Determining raw materials and material flow needed to cover production demand.
Partner with machine operators on the performance of programs and utilize feedback to improve program quality.
Follow established procedures to maintain plate steel inventory accuracy.
Release and communicate high priority service, warranty, or rework orders to respective departments.
Collaborate with Engineering, Production scheduling, and Shear & Brake as needed to ensure details, specs, and schedules are properly understood.
Planning and prioritizing operations into Epicor to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
Coordinate production workflow for one or multiple products into Epicor
Updating operations with new products and/or engineering revisions
Perform other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned.