Planner I

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries•North Las Vegas, NV

80d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Planner I provides input and oversight of routings and bills of material (BOMs) in support of material resource planning (ERP) requirements. As a Planner I you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and working with the production team to support the scheduling of orders and scheduled customer commitments; working closely with internal departments such as manufacturing, procurement, materials, engineering, quality, and logistics to ensure timely communication of lead times, schedule impacts and changes, material shortages, etc..

Requirements

Good investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to think logically and methodically
Good interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Decision-making ability coupled with the ability to work independently and pro-actively
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Power-Point
Understanding of standard manufacturing and safety compliance processes
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Experience utilizing an ERP/MRP system

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
1 - 2 years of experience in planning and/or production control preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Developing, implementing, and improving the Routers
Creating and distributing the Work Order packages, consisting of Pick Tickets and Routers, per the Planning schedule
Monitor and systemically close each router step when completed
Confers with department management to determine the status of assigned projects
Expedites operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions
When necessary, informs Purchasing to expedite specific material in order to meet delivery commitments
Ensures system integrity through maintenance of system records, routers, and work orders
Monitors ERP, shortage lists, and related indicators to determine 100% material availability and to ensure 100% on-time customer delivery
Participate in teams to help make necessary improvements and changes to all process-related issues
Attends cross-functional activities with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, and engineering to ensure a smooth flow of materials through the production processes
Identifies and communicates a detailed status on any material planning items impacting the production schedule (e.g., part shortages)
Ensure that work-flows, processes, and products comply with safety regulations