Planner Work Order Coordinator

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demands and achieve production targets.

- Coordinate with production teams to ensure seamless workflows and address scheduling conflicts.

- Adjust production schedules to accommodate changing priorities, holidays, environmental constraints, or unexpected disruptions.

- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates and inventory accuracy, to assess and improve scheduling effectiveness.

- Utilize MRP tools such as Oracle and Omega to generate and analyze production plans and material requirements.

- Maintain and update data in the ERP system, including dates and lead times, ensuring accuracy and reliability.

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the ERP system to maintain operational efficiency.

- Generate detailed reports and analyze data using tools like Power BI or Excel to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

- Create, issue, review, and close work orders in the ERP system.

- Ensure accurate documentation of materials and labor for all work orders.

- Monitor work order progress to meet deadlines and customer expectations.

- Foster effective communication with internal teams, external organizations, and customers via meetings, emails, and other communication channels.

- Coordinate with engineering and production teams to schedule and expedite custom parts.

- Establish and communicate shipping dates for customer orders.

- Lead or actively participate in daily/weekly production meetings to align schedules and address challenges.

- Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements in materials and production planning.

- Apply lean manufacturing principles and best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as ISO 9001 or OSHA guidelines.

- Adhere to all HSE and Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures.

- Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

- Perform other duties as assigned to support operational goals.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred.

- 2-5 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or a similar role in a manufacturing environment.

- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Oracle, Omega) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address planning and scheduling challenges.

- Experience with additional tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SQL for reporting and analytics is preferred.