Production Planner

This position is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring products through the complete Pumps delivery cycle. This position is on-site.

Principal Activities
Create, own, and maintain an up-to-date detailed level Schedule for Products from baseline engineering timings to pack & ship including the creation of machine level schedules to aid production with priority lists and targets.
Update and maintain ERP/MRP system with production schedule dates and expected lead times.
Create and Release shop order picking lists in line with production plans to ensure attainment of company goals of On Time Delivery and Past Due Order reduction.
Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within Work orders.
Process Shop Scrap and rework transactions from the production process within systems.
Liaise with the Bill of Materials (BOM) Specialists to confirm machine timings and routings and BOM accuracy.
Assess impact of materials availability on production schedules for customer sales opportunities that may be affecting demand for products over and above the plan and working with the Master schedulers for optimal schedule resolution.
Work with Purchasing to expedite, reschedule, or revise material shipments to avoid production disruptions while preserving ideal stock levels.
Acquire information from various departments to aid in the completion of detailed schedules.
Perform analysis of safety stock levels and recommend modifications with regular cadence.
Review System planning parameters and work with the planning team to update ERP/MRP system settings for accurate planning of production.
Author and maintain standard work documentation for Planning processes
Create and maintain shop order KPI's utilizing ERP system data on a weekly basis.
Performs other job-related duties and tasks assigned.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience of working within a manufacturing environment using MRP/ERP systems Machine shop experience is a plus.
Bachelor's degree required.
APICS Certification preferred.
Advanced Excel spreadsheet and numerical analysis skills

Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Analytical mindset with the ability to use data and information to drive decisions.
Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, continuous improvement minded and customer focused.
Be a self-starter, a highly motivated person able to work independently in a fast-paced environment that is continually changing.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify potential scheduling conflicts and provide effective solutions.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.