Production Planner

We are looking for a Production Planner in Manufacturing to join the team This is a full-time, CONTRACT position that is 100% ON-SITE in Murfreesboro, TN.

Description:

• Manage the supply chain and component inventories at optimal levels to support production schedules.
• Establish Master Planning Schedule and Daily Schedule to establish sequence and lead time of preparation of products to meet finished goods inventory requirements and shipping dates.
• Analyze plant capacity data and perform algebraic and basic mathematical calculations to determine the timing of manufacturing processes, tools, and personnel requirements.
• Confer with department supervisors to determine status of ongoing production requirements and assigned projects. Will alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions and expedite operations to meet shipping requirements as necessary.
• Prepare production reports and graphs for weekly production planning meetings.
• Lead daily and weekly overtime meetings with supervisors and management.
• Enter schedule information into SAP as related to production.
• Maintain bar-coding templates, defaults, and customer information to maintain the automated bar-coding system.
• Effectively define root cause and corrective action plans.
• Assist with production supervision as necessary.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably in Engineering or Supply Chain.
• 3 years of experience with material flow, process improvement, and/or pull-through systems.
• Knowledge and experience with SAP or similar ERP.
• Strong computer knowledge to include Microsoft Applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Automotive part manufacturing experience is required.
• Experience with LEAN, Six Sigma, KANBAN or WHIP is preferred.
• Experience effectively defining root cause and corrective action plans.

Details:

• This is a full-time, CONTRACT position that is 100% ON-SITE in a manufacturing facility in Murfreesboro, TN.
• Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm or 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Pay: $40-50/hour BOE
• This is a W-2 position; no C2C/B2C. Local candidates preferred.

Malone is an Equal Opportunity Employer.