Planner

Columbia Machine World Headquarters•Vancouver, WA

27d•$46,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Columbia, we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.

Requirements

Knowledge Software Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Ppt, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
MR/ERP System (Infor M3)
Organizational
Interpersonal
Communication
Proficiency in production planning software
Written and Oral Communication
Attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving
Project/Process Management
Ability to provide a respectful work environment for others
Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.
Ability to multi-task
High School diploma or GED required
1-3 years of production planning experience preferred
Experience with analyzing and planning workflow and maintaining production schedules.
Safety glasses, hearing protection as required.
Other PPE as required by specific operation performed.

Nice To Haves

Vault preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares production reports
Maintains production database by entering accurate data.
Schedules and coordinates flow of work within or between manufacturing departments by using customer orders, established priorities, and availability or capability of workers, parts, materials, and equipment.
Prepare regular reports on production performance, inventory status, and potential risks.
Ensure that all planning activities are documented in compliance with company policies and industry standards.
Manages inventory levels to ensure turnover and product availability
Reviews and adjusts inventory levels and production schedules based on lead times of internally and externally sourced parts.
Monitor and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in production capacity, lead times, and customer requirements.
Resolves scheduling problems
Communicates with manufacturing expeditor, managers and part sales department to resolve scheduling issues.
Resolve scheduling problems by collecting and analyzing information and coordinating solutions.
Assess production capacity and resource availability, identifying potential bottlenecks and working to resolve them.
Supports internal and external customer service
Understands and documents internal and external customer needs and expectations.
Communicates to appropriate team(s) when an expectation will not be met.
Contributes to the continuous improvement effort
Documents processes and procedures, eliminates non-value-added activities, and participates monthly in cross functional CI team meetings.
Identify opportunities to streamline production processes and improve efficiency.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge
Establishes personal networks, participates in professional societies, attends professional workshops and reviews publications.
Contributes to team effort
Willing to attempt new assignments or fill in for others as needed; accomplishes other duties as assigned.