Production Planner

Coherent • Dallas, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for generating and releasing work orders and maintaining production schedules in the MRP system. Support production planning activities including schedule updates, material tracking, and inventory monitoring. Review and maintain BOM accuracy and support implementation of engineering changes (ECOs). Monitor production status, material availability, and assist in resolving shortages. Generate and maintain planning, inventory, and production reports. Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and customer service to support production flow. Monitor manufacturing yields, Lead Time, Safety stock, Shrink %, and Work Order Variance. Facilitate communication of, and resolution to, PO and material issues in Vietnam. Review production status and capacity issues with manufacturing supervisor. Update on time deliveries, misses, reasons.

Requirements

• 0–3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing environment
• Associate’s degree required; BA/BS degree preferred in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field required
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
• Basic understanding of MRP/ERP systems (Oracle experience a plus)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office tools
• Work with a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency
• Self-motivated with good time management skills
• Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires

Nice To Haves

• Oracle experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Generating and releasing work orders and maintaining production schedules in the MRP system
• Supporting production planning activities including schedule updates, material tracking, and inventory monitoring
• Reviewing and maintaining BOM accuracy and supporting implementation of engineering changes (ECOs)
• Monitoring production status, material availability, and assisting in resolving shortages
• Generating and maintaining planning, inventory, and production reports
• Coordinating with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and customer service to support production flow
• Monitoring manufacturing yields, Lead Time, Safety stock, Shrink %, and Work Order Variance
• Facilitating communication of, and resolution to, PO and material issues in Vietnam
• Reviewing production status and capacity issues with manufacturing supervisor
• Updating on time deliveries, misses, reasons

Benefits

• Normal office environment with frequent interaction with manufacturing areas
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high mix / low volume production environment
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members
• All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

What This Job Offers

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