Production Planner

Southern States, LLC • Hampton, GA

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About The Position

The Production Planner plans and prepares production schedules for the manufacturing of industrial or commercial products. Additionally, he/she provides inventory support to multiple departments.

Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent from a two year college or technical school
• 1-3 years’ of experience with inventory control in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business management or equivalent job experience
• 2-5 years’ of experience with inventory control in a manufacturing environment
• 1 year of experience of management experience

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and maintains the flow of both materials and assemblies between work centers.
• Creates the job package and maintains all work order individually by job number
• Prints and releases Tyvec labels for field boxes and coordinates the pre-printed data packages.
• Generates status of work order exceptions using matched receipts and shop floor feedback.
• Directs the handling of material regarding receiving errors, physical counts, location error and bin restocking issues.
• Manages and resolves inventory adjustments and history
• Addresses permanent routing corrections and works with manufacturing engineers to maintain accuracy.
• Handles scrap, rework, and repairs and expedites replacement parts when needed.
• Coordinates with Supervisors to provide kits for live parts and items that are not floor stocked
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirt; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree