Production Planner Expeditor

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Job Summary: The Production Planner Expeditor coordinates and expedites the flow of work orders through IEA manufacturing work centers. The Planner receives specific work assignments, plans and prepares tactical (short-term) production schedules, and resolves most problems independently or in consultation with Production, Engineering, and/or Quality personnel. The Planner is directly responsible for assisting and distributing work order packets, drawings and other documents required for the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary:

· Develop and/or maintain production schedule through ERP

· Responsible for accurate reporting of shortage status and reviewing ERP for supply status.

· Provide daily priority and expedite reports to work center leads

· Coordination of labor resources to maintain work center on-time, utilization, and efficiency metrics

· Creation and maintenance of safety stock levels of inventory based on demand, cost, and lead times

· Proactive communication with procurement and materials department to ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials

· Generate lead time estimations for service and parts orders

· Daily interactions with warehouse staff to organize release and picking of work orders

· Collaboration with the engineering department to resolve BOM and/or routing discrepancies

· Maintenance of ERP planning and item parameters to maximize accuracy and efficiency of manufactured and purchased inventory

· Attend daily production meetings and provide department schedule updates

· Provide various levels of production support

· Printing and distribution of work orders and drawings to production floor

• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.

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Physical Demands:

• Maximum lifting requirement (pounds): 10 (seldom).
• Maximum moving requirement (pounds): 25 (seldom).
• Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following: Frequent standing, walking, or sitting; infrequent kneeling, crouching, stooping, squatting, twisting upper body, or climbing.
• Working at heights off the ground up to: Not applicable.
• Vision requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.

Work Environment:

• Work location(s): Office; metal fabrication/assembly shop.
• Exposure to: Fumes, airborne particles, wet/humid (non-weather) conditions, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts/equipment, inclement weather conditions.
• Personal protective equipment requirement: Safety glasses when in shop areas.

Position Requirements:

• Key skills, abilities and knowledge:

o Must have highly developed organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.

• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of associates and management.
• Ability to build and maintain positive employee relationships (in person/phone/e-mail).
• Previous exposure of manufacturing scheduling and related computer software and systems.
• Previous exposure of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Microsoft Office proficient especially in Excel.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.

• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years background in manufacturing required and 1-2 years experience in scheduling/planning or supply chain management preferred.
• Educational: High School diploma or equivalent. Further education or certification is preferred.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated Production Scheduler who can contribute to our commitment to excellence in manufacturing.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,843.00 - $67,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• ERP systems: 2 years (Required)
• Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Kenosha, WI 53144 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kenosha, WI 53144: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,843 - $67,000