Production Planning and Fleet Manager

Tokai Carbon helps build America every day and we are proud of it. Tokai Carbon is one of the largest and most highly recognized graphite electrode manufacturers in the world. In order to continue to help build America, we need YOU. So, what's in it for you? We know that our employees are our greatest asset. At Tokai Carbon we value our employees and their families. We are a family oriented and flexible employer. We'll invest in your development by providing tools and resources that will help you reach your maximum potential.

We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence through the development of our employees to be the best they can be. We believe family and work-life balance is essential to long-term success.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Available on your first day: Full medical, vision, dental benefits, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Monthly wellness reimbursement
• Health Savings, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Annual Bonus

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Planning and Fleet Manager primary responsibilities include the development, and execution of all production and shipping schedules within the manufacturing plant and management of the overall supply chain from production planning through outgoing shipments. This does not include raw material supply. The position will also be responsible for direct supervision of the Fleet personnel.

Extensive use of MRP tools, interpreting business requirements, and batch processing to produce schedules that meet or exceed plant guidelines will be required. Frequent collaboration with external plants to assist in creating and execution of shipping schedules that align with overall production requirements. Use of Lean Manufacturing techniques, continuous improvement, and problem solving are essential to this role. Ability to be strategic with forward thinking as well as tactical to balance daily/weekly/monthly requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage the safety and compliance for the Ozark fleet drivers according to FMSCA requirements and regulations.
• Manage the Shipping Coordinator position by setting objectives, one on one reviews, and overall performance management.
• Work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Development of department production schedules for all process steps with assistance from the Department Managers.
• Work both individually and with teams to set priorities and organize production schedules as required.
• Review, maintain and communicate the department production plan to each department manager.
• Review transfer orders to help ensure all material required for customer orders are shipped on time.
• Manage the shipping schedule based on transfer orders in the system.
• Balance machine maintenance requirements with production schedules and still make OTD.
• Troubleshoot issues related to the execution of the department production schedules/plans.
• Supports the establishment of capacity and allocation planning and SIOP data.
• Integrate trial requirements for the Technical department in production department schedules.
• Drive operational excellence and best practices across the production planning process to reduce cost while maintaining/increasing service levels of working capital performance.
• Review and update planning ISO documentation.
• Inventory accuracy related to cycle counts and locations.
• May perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
• Create and maintain Daily Management KPI's to support and manage daily processes. Use problem solving skills to find solutions to opportunities within the plant.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong numerical and analytical skills, able to manipulate, interpret and identify trends in large complex datasets.
• Knowledge and experience of integrated business systems (Microsoft Dynamics365, etc.) including MRP is preferred but not required.
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic and a passion for being hands-on in their work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge of fleet operations or 3PL logistics operations preferred but not required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Six (6) fleet drivers
• One (1) Shipping Supervisor
• One (1) Planning Coordinator
• Two (2) Production Technicians

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position works in an office and manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and frequent weather changes. Proper PPE and Safety equipment may be required based upon the project or site.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, or kneel, crouch or crawl, reach with hands and arms and use finger, handle, or feel. On occasion, the employee is required to lift and move/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.