Job Title: Production Planner
Job Description

The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and improving production flow. This position handles all production activities related to manufacturing production and planning, including customer demand (MRP), job routers, production reports, and scheduling. The role utilizes lean enterprise skills to continuously improve products and processes.

ResponsibilitiesCreate and establish production planning processes through cross-functional collaboration between sales, engineering, purchasing, quality, and manufacturing teams.Drive on-time shipments through the creation of daily production schedules that optimize capacity utilization, raw material allocation, WIP, and finished good inventory levels.Establish planning controls and inventory levels that accommodate forecast fluctuations with keen attention to production lot sizes.Coordinate and monitor daily performance, production output, scheduling commitments, inventory cycle counts, on-time releases, and overdue releases.Manage material requirement planning data and issue job travelers (routers) to the production floor that optimize manpower, machinery utilization, and inventory levels.Plan work orders for manufacturing with respect to customer demand and subcontract (OV) cost (lot charges vs piece prices), monitor over/under production.Create expedite job completion timelines for external customers and communicate any changes in schedule or delivery dates to all affected parties.Ensure sufficient supplies of parts and materials are available.Load shop floor planner in ERP when releasing job routers.Interface effectively with internal and external customers and support teams.Provide input during the development of production schedules and associated costs.Assess the need for and implement corrective action on an ongoing basis. Inform management, purchasing, manufacturing, and customer service of schedule slippages, bottlenecks, or other problem areas in a timely manner.Essential SkillsAssociates Degree in a manufacturing or engineering-related field.Two years of scheduling, planning, and/or inventory control experience in a manufacturing environment involving machining or similar processes.Prior ERP/MRP experience, with Epicor ERP being a plus.Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).Strong organizational, verbal, and interpersonal skills.Proven ability to apply lean enterprise principles to eliminate waste.Ability to work under stringent deadlines and have a sense of urgency.Ability to work in a team environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrevious Sales-Inventory-Operation-Planning (SIOP or S&OP) methodology knowledge is a plus.Experience in production control logistics.Ability to run weekly master lists, start lists, date changes, and other reports as necessary.Capability to compile weekly push-out/pull-in reports.Responsibility for cycle counts and inventory.Use Lean practices to continuously improve manufacturing processes and maintain 5S levels.Work Environment

The work environment involves standard office and manufacturing settings. The role requires interfacing with various departments and external customers. The use of ERP systems and MS Office tools is essential. Teamwork and collaboration are key components of the daily operations.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $48.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in East Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 6, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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