Planning Specialist
Dalton, GA
Full-timeAbout This Job
Description
PLANNING SPECIALIST
Reports to: Planning Manager
Location: Dalton, GA
Classification: Salary Exempt
SUMMARY
The Planning Specialist is responsible for creating value through planning and adjusting production schedule by working closely with other teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Analyze and forecast manufacturing costs of solar modules and collaborate with cross-functional teams to make data driven decisions.
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Identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for improvement to ensure competitive pricing without compromising quality.
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Assess the potential economic advantages and cost-effectiveness of adopting new manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, and digital tools.
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Perform raw material inventory simulation to monitor inventory balance.
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Create the raw material usage plan and coordinate the PR/PO process with the purchasing team to maintain optimal inventory levels using raw material inventory simulation results.
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Identify potential inventory shortage or overstock and collaborate with relative teams (Logistics, purchasing, etc.) to maintain the optimal inventory level.
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Track the schedule of raw material R&D projects with the NPI team and evaluate the cost-saving impact.
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Analyze and facilitate production key performance indicators of solar modules.
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Collaborate with engineers to monitor production changes and align key production indices (cycle time, productivity, etc.).
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Conduct daily/monthly production variance analysis to identify any deviations and develop actionable plans.
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Efficiently manage Purchase Orders from sales equities, Sales Orders, shipment timelines, and delivery schedules while optimizing supply chain efficiency.
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Collaborate closely with diverse teams involved in Sales, Production, and Logistics to optimize the S&OP process.
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Coordinate monthly sales transactions, issue invoices, and administer payments.
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Train and manage the responsibilities and performance of the SAP Technicians.
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Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or another related fields
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0 -1 years of related experience.
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Knowledge on ERP system (SAP), material flow, supply chain, operations and administration
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Strong proficiency in MS Office applications especially Excel in particular
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Strong quantitative analytics capability
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Ability to work with multiple departments including but not limited to Sales, Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Equipment maintenance, Process control, R&D, QA/QC, and IT
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Ability to pay close attention to details while maintaining a big picture perspective.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Korean and English.
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Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Able to stand and walk in the production area throughout the workday.
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Reaching, pushing, pulling, or lifting as required within limits set by Q Cells
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Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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1+ years of manufacturing and/or assembly business
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Experience in solar panels industry.
Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
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