2024-05-21
AppCast (https://www.appcast.io)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Richmond
Indiana
47374
United States
**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
