Senior Production Planner

ALVEST • Eau Claire, WI

2d

About The Position

TLD is the largest global manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment in the aviation and aerospace industries. We deliver technology-focused solutions with a broad range of products, which are designed, engineered, and built at one of our nine worldwide facilities.

TLD is an integral part of ALVEST, a global collection of businesses with strong leadership and product positioning in commercial/general aviation, air cargo, and military aviation. The corporate portfolio is one of diverse companies with financial strength and similar culture focused on diversity, sustainability, growth, and customer service. 

TLD has a record of accomplishment, driving results through our robust internal systems while leading with strong core values and ethics. Our technology-driven equipment is developed with a focus on safety, efficiency, and total cost of ownership for our customers. A career at TLD is a unique opportunity for individual growth and achievement working with a talented global team, having the common goal of providing a commitment to excellence. We offer a stable, family-focused environment with support to accomplish personal and professional goals. Join the TLD team, and be a part of our continued success as the industry leader in the Ground Support Equipment industry.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for flow of materials for assigned product lines and work order management. This includes ensuring that bills of material are accurate, all materials are issued to the production orders in a timely fashion, all shortages are received in time for production orders, and that the production orders are completed on time.

Requirements

• Proven expertise with production planning, scheduling and expediting.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills: MRP system experience, knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Associates Degree in Business Administration or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years production planning, scheduling and expediting experience.

Nice To Haves

• APICS certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review custom bills of materials and routings to ensure accuracy.
• Review and plan production requirements planning order (PRP) to ensure dates are accurate and match customer sales order due date. Confirm and transfer when needed.
• Manage shop floor production orders to ensure timely issuance and closure
• Review and plan production orders to ensure required dates are adequate. Release orders when necessary.
• Review production orders for completeness and know material shortages before releasing to Production. Review and coordinate short sheet with Production and Purchasing.
• Maintain estimated material list as needed to ensure all materials are issued to the production orders in a timely fashion.
• Request drawings for production units and assembly production packages for the various product lines.
• Coordinate new product introduction to manufacturing.
• Manage the closing of production orders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees