Production Planner at Ametek, Inc. in Whitsett, North Carolina

Job Description:

We are looking for a Production Planner who will be responsible for the execution of all production planning, inventory control activities, and customer support of product lines. This person will ensure customer ship dates are met with on-time deliveries & plan and schedule assigned products to ensure customer needs are met in the most efficient and timely manner. You will be responsible for scheduling and coordinating material through the entire manufacturing cycle using the latest techniques and technologies.

What will you do?

On any given day, your responsibilities would include:

• Performing diversified duties involving the coordination, issuance, movement, and control of materials for the manufacturing areas.

• Structuring and maintaining bills of materials for new products in MRP.
• Working from the open order list, repetitive schedules, and sample requests in conjunction with area leaders to meet schedule requirements on orders and special requirements.
• Coordinating Final Assembly and Components Departments and adjusting the schedule to meet day-to-day requirements and established priorities.
• Reviewing schedule delays and conflicts with area leaders and making necessary adjustments.
• Drawing up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Establishing and maintaining good relations with customers and internal stakeholders, such as customer service, operations, engineering, sales, outside processors, accounting, and administration through telephone, email, data, and correspondence involved in processing customer inquiries and orders.
• Evaluating and analyzing MRP output reports (sales orders to be scheduled, stock status, etc.) to accomplish the effective issuance of materials to the manufacturing floor; Initiate appropriate action based on evaluation and analysis.
• In conjunction with Line Leaders/Manufacturing Manager, planning capacity of assigned areas as needed.
• Analyzing plant capacity data and performing mathematical calculations to optimize load for each production line/cell.
• Analyzing transaction errors and coordinating cycle counts as necessary to perform corrections to maintain inventory accuracy, pursuing root cause resolutions and troubleshooting root causes of any negative inventory balances.
• Coordinating and adjusting production workloads to meet customer / build requirements and balancing the workloads in departments.
• Maintaining valid due dates on all production orders.
• Evaluating schedule conflicts relative to accomplishing 100% on-time performance.
• Coordinating on-time delivery and replenishment of materials to assigned work cells.
• Proactively communicating parts shortages to appropriate personnel. When necessary, expediting purchased parts through Purchasing.
• Preparing reports on the status of production and communicating with others regarding the availability of material being processed in other areas essential to maintaining schedules.
• Identifying and implementing best business material planning strategies to support corporate and divisional objectives, providing AMETEK a competitive advantage in all areas of the supply chain.
• Defining, driving, and implementing process improvements and systems improvements for materials activities.
• Providing timely and accurate results to streamline and improve processes.
• Supporting new product development from the concept stage through successful product launch.
• Managing inventory to ensure line objectives are met and are in line with company objectives.
• Managing surplus and obsolete inventory and actively disposes of inventory, if required.
• Where necessary receiving and issuing stockroom materials to and from production. Aiding in physical inventories and assisting in the achievement of 95% accuracy levels for particular stores locations.

You are a great fit if you have the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Materials Management
• 3 years of relevant experience required, 5+ years of relevant experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to effectively communicate technical concepts, problems, and ideas to various levels within the organization.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes required: material/production control and basic lean manufacturing concepts, etc.
• Proficiency in utilizing MRP is a must.
• Experience with ORACLE preferred.
• A solid understanding of planning principles and an ability to effectively negotiate is required.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, with intermediate to advanced Excel skills required.
• APICS Certification desired.
• Must be able to work as an individual contributor and in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required in this role.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Salary Minimum: $70,000

Salary Maximum: $105,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Greensboro