What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at Wieland?
Overview
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.
Wieland is hiring a Production Planner. The Production Planner will create and schedule production orders for the Tube Mill to achieve and maintain excellent On-Time Performance, maximizing yield and minimizing scrap. Communicate updates to sales, production and purchasing. This role is located in Wheeling, IL and will be fully on-site.
Responsibilities
Production Planner Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain internal bill of materials and routings to ensure customer specifications.
- Gross plan new customer orders based on internal capacity and supplier capacity.
- Submit Purchase Requisitions comparing demand vs. inventory vs. finished goods.
- Fine plan customer orders to ensure on-time delivery (maintain yield & minimize scrap)
- Assess production capacity and adjust schedules to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
- Work with the procurement team to ensure that the required raw materials, components, and supplies are available on time.
- Collaborate with production team to address any issues or delays in the production process.
- Monitor and record whether the production schedule is being followed, noting any deviations, delays, or changes to production timelines.
- Identify and verify discrepancies while maintaining accuracy in inventory.
Production Planner Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Business or related field (or bachelor’s degree in supply chain or industrial engineering)
- Strong understanding of production planning and/or Master Scheduling experience
- Proficiency in Machine Capacity Analysis and S&OP Process
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS power BI) and SAP software
- APICS CPIM Certification will be a plus.
Qualifications
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution match.
- Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000 employees worldwide and 40 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.
