Position : Production Planning Supervisor

Location : Richmond, Indiana

Requisition ID: : 25401

General Purpose

Provide supervision to employees in the production plant. Work with managers of other departments and serve as a liaison to oversee the planning of production and run schedules to ensure that customer demands and production needs are met in a timely manner.

Schedule

Sunday-Thursday, 11:00pm-7:30am

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise or participate in the development of the master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates for customer demands

• Supervise or participate in the analysis of production specifications and plant capacity data while monitoring the mathematical calculations performed to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and manpower requirements.

• Translate orders into a sequential work schedule and monito variance reports. Communicate discrepancies to appropriate area leaders.

• Plan and schedule workflow for each department and operation according to previously established production sequences and lead times.

• Maintain sequence of operations and update as changes occur.

• Expedite operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.

• Ensure WIP paperwork is completed in a timely manner.

• Verify customer production orders are received and met on a timely basis consistent with customer demands

• Compile data and facts on inventory level and advise management on appropriate plan for increasing or reducing inventory levels as needed to achieve company goals

• Review and recommend scheduling revisions to meet changes in production forecasts and product inventory supplies

• Coordinate the activities associated with this function in order to meet customer (internal and external) requirements in an efficient manner

• Maintain and improve all warehouse facilities and equipment to acceptable standards that support production requirements

• Develop and implement material standards and the necessary control and inspection procedures to improve product quality and reduce downtime

• Actively communicate with employees through shift meetings and informal methods

• Proactively look for ways to increase operational efficiency and contain costs. Think creatively and abstractly to develop alternative possibilities to drive improvement

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in business or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)

• 2 to 5 years of production planning or related experience coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes or team leadership experience; supervisor experience preferred

• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

• Able to influence people in their opinions, attitudes, or judgments

• Able to inspire others to meet goals and commitments

• Able to identify problems, take appropriate steps to find solutions, and implement solutions

• Knowledge and understanding of planning and production methodologies

• Strong understanding of plant processes in relation to production processes for each line

• Able to communicate with various levels of personnel to ensure customers’ needs and requirements are met

• Skill in analytical thinking

• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)

• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer