What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner/Scheduler position at Draper?
Overview
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.
Job Description Summary
The Production Planner/Scheduler 1 serves a critical role in Draper’s Operations org. They are responsible for developing the detailed schedules and plans related to material procurement as well as production execution. The Production Planner/Scheduler 1 interacts heavily cross-functionally with Programs, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations to ensure production commitments will be met on time and budget for Draper’s customers.
Duties/Responsibilities
Job Description:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a related field or equivalent experience
Experience
0-2 years production planning experience, including a working knowledge of manufacturing activities, including purchasing, materials, production processes and engineering.
Additional Job Description
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.
Job Location - City:
Cambridge
Job Location - State:
Massachusetts
Job Location - Postal Code:
02139-3563
Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.
Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.
Job Description Summary
The Production Planner/Scheduler 1 serves a critical role in Draper’s Operations org. They are responsible for developing the detailed schedules and plans related to material procurement as well as production execution. The Production Planner/Scheduler 1 interacts heavily cross-functionally with Programs, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations to ensure production commitments will be met on time and budget for Draper’s customers.
Duties/Responsibilities
Job Description:
- Develops detailed schedules, material requirements lists and production plans for products and/or production processes where the manufacturing process is variable.
- Plans and issues schedules and material requirements.
- Coordinates Engineering, Production, Supply Chain and other applicable departments to achieve optimum utilization of facilities in meeting production schedules.
- Provides input to management regarding problems such as shortages, design changes, backlogs and the like. Maintains all appropriate paperwork.
- Perform inventory analysis and launch purchase requisitions within MRP.
- Create Purchase Requisitions, if required, in ERP.
- Interface with internal customers to convey obsolescence and lead time issues.
- Provide input to a cross-functional team at Production meetings.
- Develop and distribute production schedules to key stakeholders.
- Ensures timely flow of material from receipt to factory floor.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products; Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a related field or equivalent experience
Experience
0-2 years production planning experience, including a working knowledge of manufacturing activities, including purchasing, materials, production processes and engineering.
Additional Job Description
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.
Job Location - City:
Cambridge
Job Location - State:
Massachusetts
Job Location - Postal Code:
02139-3563
Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.
Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.
