Production Planner Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Production Planner Analyst

EMPLOYEE STATUS: Non-Exempt, hourly

PURPOSE: This position is responsible for the planning process within the medical manufacturing and converting operations as it relates to the analytical system of the inventory management system.

AREA: The primary area of responsibility is within the medical manufacturing and converting department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Reviews customer purchase orders to confirm available capacity and lead times.
• Creates master schedule for all manufacturing operations from customer orders and provides customer ship dates.
• Analyzes manufacturing capacity data and provides feedback to manufacturing operations for machine and resource planning.
• Communicates with all manufacturing leaders to ensure awareness of supply chain or customer issues that may impact manufacturing processes.
• Clearly understands escalation plans to ensure customer objectives are met and that customer service is aware of any issues which may cause delays of customer expectations.
• Maintain active and open communication with buyer / planner to coordinate and schedule raw materials for production.
• Understands manufacturing processes in order to be more efficient in planning.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of ERP modules which impact planning. Is a SME in all planning modules.
• Actively participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Suggests and implements improvement in areas of cost reduction, processes, quality, and productivity.
• Develop and achieve departmental / company goals and controls.
• Must be familiar with FDA and ISO standards as it relates to HVO's quality system.
• Must be aware of applicable HVO safety rules and regulations.
• Perform non-routine tasks as requested by immediate supervisor.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively all departments for maximum efficiency.
• Be willing to attend recommended training as requested.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to accept work assignments in other work areas.

MINIMAL REQUIREMENTS/PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

• Understanding of ERP system and Microsoft Office products.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in planning, scheduling, forecasting or multi-tasking.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, including good customer service / phone skills and flexibility for handling a wide range of activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to lift up to 20 lbs.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.