What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production planner position at John Bean Technologies Corporation?
Overview
Purpose : The Planner is responsible for, but not limited to, performing material planning activities in the demand, production, and supplier planning functions within the business ERP system.
Works from engineering plans and production specifications to establish production schedules and capacity requirements. Coordinates with production plans to ensure materials are provided according to schedule.
Position requires understanding of concepts, methods and procedures. Responsibilities Responsibilities : Measures and analyzes capacity and demand requirements for the manufacture of parts and equipment at two sites.
Manage master planning, material processes, and update production schedules and purchasing needs. Maintain and update planning parameters within ERP system Sets purchasing priorities.
Reports on manufacturing backlog, shop labor efficiency, lead-time accuracy and success rate. Coordinating production workflow for multiple jobs Coordinate and be the liaison on all transfer orders Uses business ERP system to maintain dates, identify material shortages, monitor and run shortage reports.
Open, change, and close Job Orders Fosters a continuous improvement of the planning process, on the basis of metrics which emerge from on-time delivery of parts and production statistics.
Provides input to management regarding problems such as scheduling problems, material shortages, design changes and backlogs.
Requirements : Associate degree, or equivalent work experience as Planner in a manufacturing environment Experience with ERP systems required.
Syteline 9 system experience preferred. Understanding in Planning / Scheduling, including Materials / Inventory Control Basic understanding of engineering drawings Knowledge and Skills : Must have MRP / ERP experience Good understanding of Planning Principles and can independently use this knowledge Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel Understanding of Lean Principles in a manufacturing environment Excellent oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills Team Player Problem Solver Experience : 2 - 5 years of experience in the Planning department of a manufacturing company Proven experience in Planner’s role Must have prior knowledge utilizing business ERP platforms Work Environment and Physical Demands : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work Environment : Spends majority of time in a manufacturing environment which is temperature controlled. This job operates in a professional office environment.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit, talk hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and telephone.
This job description is a summary of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform.
All employees are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisor, regardless of job title or routine job duties. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted.
In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department.
Last updated : 2024-05-03