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Production PlannerSouthwire Company, LLC • Carrollton, GA, United States
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Production Planner

Production Planner

Southwire Company, LLC • Carrollton, GA, United States
11 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?

Location : SCUPP

Job Summary

Responsible for Scheduling and Sales, Inventory, and Operations (SIOP) planning. Drive plant loading to

deliver plant profit plan and monthly forecast accuracy. Also responsible for strategy and development of

Master Production Plan and issuing executable level loaded production schedules for all product lines within

the facility. Considers customer expectations and overall profit plan when optimizing planning processes and

scheduling resources.

Key Responsibilities

  • Daily Communication and Coordination with Production Supervisors, Buyer, Planners, Engineering, and

Customer Service to ensure schedule adherence to production plan to meet customer expectations and overall

profit plan. Develops recovery plans when needed.

  • Delivers detailed capacity and resource planning based on incoming orders and profit plan / forecast
  • information.

  • Monitors order backlog, incoming order rates and economic cycles to deliver information and strategies to
  • deliver plant financials though the cycle. (order flow from customers and material availability from

    suppliers). Coordinates with all the departments to ensure smooth flow of materials, information, and

    resources.

  • Responsible for identifying and leading Supply Chain continuous improvement activities including supplier
  • engagements, cost savings initiatives, process improvements, and supporting Lean projects.

  • Develops MRP policies and planning methods to optimize both internal and external resources required to
  • support customer delivery schedules.

  • Optimizes customer service metrics using lean philosophies while minimizing inventory and costs.
  • Notify the Manager when available resources do not support the production plan (MPS) or meeting the
  • contract date is at risk.

  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards
  • Required Education & Experience

    Minimum Education Level : Bachelor's Degree

    Specialized Degree : High school

    Licenses / Certificates :

    Years of Experience : 2-4 years

    Field of Expertise : Manufacturing experience

    Preferred Education & Experience

    Specialized Degree : A degree or equivalent years of experience in a

    manufacturing setting

    Licenses / Certificates :

    Years of Experience : 5-7 Years

    Field of Expertise : Manufacturing experience

    A combination of education and experience may be considered for certain roles.

    Travel

    Travel : Domestic

    Percent of Time : Less than 20%

    Physical Requirements

    Standing 50%

    Sitting 25%

    Walking 25%

    Working Conditions

    Office

    Plant / Warehouse Floor

    Various Shifts

    Overtime, Weekends,

    & Holidays

    Extreme Heat / Cold

    Other

    Equipment

    Computer / Keyboard

    Safety Glasses

    Safety Shoes

    Competencies

    Nimble Learning

    Customer Focus

    Plans and Aligns

    Collaborates

    Balances Stakeholders

    Action Oriented

    Skills

    Inventory Control

    Business Acumen

    Production Process

    Demand Planning

    Analytical Skills

    Material Requirements Planning

    Production Schedule

    SAP Applications

    Public Relations

    Data Entry

    Benefits We Offer :

  • 401k with Matching
  • Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Long & Short-Term Disability
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
  • Parental Leave
  • & More
  • Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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