Production Planner

IPS Corporation•Durham, NC

66d

About The Position

IPS Adhesives (IPSA) is a global supplier of adhesives and related solutions to a wide variety of markets. For over 65 years, IPS Adhesives has invested in product innovation, that provides specialized bonding solutions that are shaping the future of leading-edge assembly and construction design. Our brands are trusted worldwide by kitchen, bedroom and bathroom fitters, sign and display assembly operations, structural partners working in transportation, construction, boat building and more. Through these innovative performance and environmentally conscious-led solutions, we believe we can also help improve the lives of people working in these industries for generations to come. IPS Adhesives wants to Inspire its People to Succeed by engaging dynamic, collaborative and safety conscious team members to join our growing business. We are looking for a talented, “act-like-an-owner” team member to help drive our business, starting with the voice of the customer and closing with extraordinary service and value. For more information visit www.ipsadhesives.com .

Requirements

Prior experience in manufacturing required
Experience with ERP systems
Strong analytical, problem solving, planning and general business skills.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability work with a team and motivate others to achieve goals.
Ability to lead and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and/or project environment.
PC Skills – Excel (intermediate to advanced); Word (working knowledge).
Customer Orientated – Ability to meet or exceed customers’ needs while following company procedures.
Detail Orientated – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Tactful – Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others.
Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
Honesty/Integrity – Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
Flexibility – Ability to work through change while maintaining a positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean applications/kaizen strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Support on time delivery of customer orders
Manage inventory levels to support production goals and maintain working capital
Optimized planning and replenishment methods to drive sustainable process improvements within inventory, manufacturing/capacity planning, and product sourcing.
New product implementation and support
Participates in Lean events geared at Continuous improvement.
Cross functional teamwork to achieve desired targets and business goals
Monitor customer order patterns and changing requirements, while adjusting replenishment plans accordingly.
Coordinate inventory additions/deletions, new product introductions, inventory transitions
Provide department support on cross-functional project teams including new product development, cost reduction initiatives and process improvements (best practices).
Gather and analyze manufacturing, inventory, and customer data.
Develop appropriate decision-support tools and metrics for use by department staff and team members.
Develop knowledge of all portions of position for coverage and/or advancement
Assist with managing ERP database for all item numbers. This includes BOMs, chemicals, packaging, shipping, routings, supplier’s transportation, and MRP updates.
Interface daily with customer service and sales teams to ensure materials plan meets customer and business needs