Production Planner - Knowles Corporation
Cazenovia, NY 13035
About the Job
Description
The Production Planner will coordinate, communicate, and expedite the flow of products and materials to and from material suppliers, through internal fabrication, to meet scheduled ship delivery requirements and maintain company’s “On Time Delivery” goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Use associated production-control related tools, processes, and systems to monitor Products and materials in an efficient and effective manner, to meet schedule commitments.
- Investigate, analyze and resolve problem conditions as related to accuracy in work orders on make items.
- Review order due date schedules to determine priorities and regulate and direct material flow, by generating production starts, making lot-size adjustments, addressing material shortages, changing work orders, etc., to meet delivery requirements of the Business Key Performance Indicators (OTD-KPIs.)
- Communicating material-flow in-process schedules and completion status updates to business partners.
- Create/monitor status reports for customer orders.
- Coordinate material needs with stock room and purchasing.
- Confirm material supply/demand (shorts).
- Advanced computer skills are required.
- Good judgement, initiative and independent action are necessary to ensure production accuracy and to prevent and eliminate shortage conditions.
- Will interface with all levels of management in resolving problems concerning over shipments, shortages, engineering changes and traceability.
- Ability to perform AS9100 Audits supporting the Quality Area.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications & Skills:
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems is required.
- Ability to work without MRP tools.
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline preferred.
- Technical Certificate from an accredited educational institution in Supply Chain or Business preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 2 + years of experience in manufacturing operations field.
Physical Requirements:
- Occasional stooping, bending and reaching may be necessary.
- Individual must be comfortable sitting for long periods of time.
- Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the facility.
- Repetitive motion (using a mouse and/or keyboard).
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits
What’s in it for you on Day 1:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Basic Life Insurance
- 401k plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Security Clearance Incentive Program
- Employee Referral Program
- PTO and NYS Sick and Safe Leave
- Paid Holidays
Exciting Onsite Perks:
- Free Starbucks coffee available at our café
- Free access to our Fitness Center
- Fresh food is available for purchase in the cafeteria store
- Employee Appreciation Events
Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees.
One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The salary for this role is targeted at $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.
ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.
Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our careers portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.
Source : Knowles Corporation