Factory Shift Planner

Description:

As a Factory Shift Planner, you will play a key role in coordinating production activities and material flow. You will work closely with manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure that production targets are met and risks are managed effectively.

Your Responsibilities Include
 

• Plan and monitor production activities to meet output targets.
• Coordinate material flow and resolve shortages to avoid delays.
• Track progress and identify risks to quarterly production goals.
• Align equipment, tooling, and resources with capacity needs.
• Share updates and risks during daily team meetings.
• Escalate issues that may impact production starts or outputs.
• Recommend improvements to cycle times and delivery processes.
• Collaborate across teams to remove roadblocks and ensure feasibility.
• Enter and manage production data in enterprise planning systems.
   

Education And Experience

To succeed as an Operational Planner, you should have:
 

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Prior experience with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning systems.
• Experience managing stakeholders and driving process improvements.
   

Preferred Qualifications Include
 

• APICS certification in planning, supply chain, or project management.
• Experience supporting new product implementation