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Production Planner/Buyer

Cornell Dubilier - Manufacturer of Power Capacitors
New Bedford, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/6/2025
Responsible for manufacturing planning associated with production and support process functions.

Department Supply Chain Employment Type Full Time Location New Bedford, Massachusetts Workplace type Onsite Compensation $27.00 - $29.00 / hour Reporting To Supply Chain Manager

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Brian Brooks

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Key Responsibilities

  • Production Scheduling: Develop and maintain production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory levels. Adjust production schedules as needed to accommodate changes to customer demand, equipment failures, or material shortages.
  • Coordination with Departments: Work closely with procurement, engineering, quality control, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment with production needs. Coordinate with the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and finished goods.
  • Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, components, and finished products to prevent shortages or excess stock. Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely ordering of materials based on production schedules.
  • Process Optimization: Identify bottlenecks in the production process and work with cross-functional teams to implement solutions that improve efficiency. Continuously assess and recommend improvements to production processes to reduce costs and increase throughput.
  • Reporting and Data Analysis: Maintain accurate records of production data, including production rates, lead times, and downtime. Generate reports to provide insights into production performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all production activities comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies. Work with the quality control team to ensure that all products meet or exceed quality standards.
  • Resource Allocation: Determine manpower and equipment requirements for upcoming production runs. Ensure that resources are effectively utilized to maximize productivity.
  • Problem Solving: Anticipate potential production issues and implement contingency plans to mitigate risks. Troubleshoot production delays, equipment failures, or other issues as they arise.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • 3 – 5 years of experience in production planning, manufacturing, or supply chain management.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in ERP software and production planning tools.
  • Minimum of 3 years MRP II (Manufacturing resource planning)
  • Experience (kanban, demand pull, point of use, etc.)
  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills are required.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance.
  • The ability to multi-task and prioritize is required.
  • Experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) with Good Data Entry and Math Skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Familiarity with production processes.
  • Office and production floor environment

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
  • PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Prescription Drug Plans
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Onsite Physician
  • Employee Referral Program

Join our team and play a pivotal role in transforming our manufacturing processes to achieve greater efficiency and excellence.

We are committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees.

One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is $27.00 to $29.00 per hour.

Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining us, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.

Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier brand is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high-energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.

ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.

Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our career's portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.

About Knowles Corporation

Knowles is a market leader and global provider of high-performance capacitors and radio frequency ("RF") filtering products, and advanced micro-acoustic microphones and balanced armature speakers, serving the medtech, defense, electric vehicle, and industrial markets. Knowles' focus on the customer, combined with unique technology, proprietary manufacturing techniques, and global operational expertise, enables us to deliver innovative solutions across multiple applications. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles is a global organization with employees in 11 countries.

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