Planning Specialist in Garner, Iowa at Stellar Industries Inc

Summary: This Production Control role will involve supporting production planning, inventory management, and ensuring timely delivery of products. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a passion for operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating production schedules and work orders based on customer demand, inventory levels, and production capacity.

• Monitor production progress and provide regular updates to the production team.

• Coordinate with various departments, including manufacturing, procurement, and logistics, to ensure timely availability of materials and resources.

• Collaborate with the production team to resolve any production-related issues, such as material shortages or equipment malfunctions, in a timely manner.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct periodic inventory audits to identify discrepancies and take corrective actions.

• Assist in analyzing production data, such as yield rates, cycle times, and quality metrics, to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.

• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process bottlenecks and suggesting process optimization measures.

• Assist in generating reports related to production activities and key performance indicators.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in operations management or a related field is a plus.

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in using computer software, including MS Office applications.

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Basic understanding of production planning, inventory management, and production control concepts.

• Problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive mindset.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Additional Requirements:

• Company sponsored continuing education may be required.

• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Office & Administration, Production Control