Production Planner

Sika AG • Marion, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the prioritizing and planning of a production process to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing and achieve OLA and DIOH objectives. Create, update and maintain production schedules in accordance with product demand, material availability, and appropriate lead-time. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Supply Chain.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field preferred
• 3-5 years experience in a warehouse, distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Operational knowledge of supply chain management with MRP experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze material requirements generated by sales orders and MRP systems.
• Develop and manage production schedule to ensure timely production of goods.
• Generate purchase requisitions in accordance with material requirements.
• Establish stocking plans and appropriate levels for materials.
• Act as a liaison between manufacturing, quality control, purchasing and logistics to resolve discrepancies, determine priorities, and in general expedite the flow of materials based on production schedule requirements.
• Work closely with Production, Export, and Shipping Department to build favorable relationships with customers, and help resolve freight problems that may arise
• Evaluate, coordinate and make all material transfers where practical and feasible.
• Coordinate with purchasing and receiving on material shortages to ensure timely delivery to manufacturing.
• Maintain ongoing traceability for WIP and finished product, coordinating with manufacturing personnel to solve any material problems to ensure on-schedule production.
• Coordinate with logistics to establish and maintain inventory accuracy of raw materials, packaging, WIP and completed product.
• Achieve inventory accuracy goals, meet target service and cost objectives.
• Provide reports on inventory and service levels.
• Develop, track and provide monthly report on finished product forecast.
• Review trends and variations with manager.
• Perform other responsibilities and special projects as required by manager.

Benefits

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level