Sr Manager, Production Plng

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems•Marion, IL

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Production Planning plans and prepares manufacturing production schedules and departmental workflows, establishing the sequence and lead time of production operations to meet shipping dates based on sales forecasts or customer orders. The role expedites operations that delay schedules and revises schedules to address unforeseen conditions. It analyzes plant capacity and production requisition data to determine manufacturing processes and resource requirements, and prepares production reports. The role manages professional employees and/or supervisors and must have at least one professional expert or supervisor as a direct report. It is accountable for team performance and results within its area of specialty, adapts departmental plans to resource and operational challenges, and provides technical guidance. Decisions are guided by policies, procedures, and the department plan, with guidance from a manager.

Requirements

Associate's degree and 7–8 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to remain stationary at a desk and/or computer for extended periods.
Ability to move regularly throughout company facilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree; a business degree is preferred.
Knowledge of forecasting, inventory management, maintenance planning, materials management, process optimization, production scheduling, resource planning, supplier management, workflow optimization, performance metrics, and order tracking.
Knowledge of Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) software, ERP systems, and workforce management software.

Responsibilities

Manage the development, preparation, and maintenance of production schedules to guide production activities and resources, maximize efficiency, and meet output and timeline objectives.
Collaborate with internal teams to incorporate materials, inventories, resource availability, and delivery commitments into production schedules.
Monitor production progress and revise schedules in response to changes in materials, designs, equipment, or other resources.
Use ERP systems, planning and scheduling software, or database tools to develop and maintain master schedules.
Lead and direct other employees, with responsibility for hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions subject to concurrence from HR Directors and General Managers.
Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to address unforeseen conditions.
Analyze plant capacity and production requisition data to determine manufacturing processes and required resources.
Prepare production reports.