Production Planner 1

Chattanooga, TN

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Description

Description

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) is a leading building envelope solution supplier that effectively drives energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications. We are seeking a Production Planner I in our Chattanooga, TN Plant.

Job Summary:

Job Summary

Production Planner I is responsible for coordinating production schedules, monitoring inventory levels, ordering raw materials, and ensuring timely delivery of products. The role involves working closely with various teams to optimize production efficiency and meeting customer demands. The individual's attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to collaborate across teams will contribute to the overall success of the operation.

This position may require minor travel to the plant(s) and may require some after normal business hours reviews of production plans and raw materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Production Scheduling: Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts, resource availability, material availability, and production capacity.
Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods to prevent shortages or excess inventory. Ensure timely replenishment of materials for production and safety stocks. Raw Material ordering required.
Coordination: Collaborate with production, customer service, and logistics teams to coordinate production activities, resolve scheduling conflicts, and ensure timely delivery of products.
Data Analysis: Analyze production data to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize production plans. Use this analysis to make informed decisions and improve production efficiency.
Communication: Communicate production schedules, priorities, and updates to relevant stakeholders. Keep all teams informed of any changes to the production plan and address any issues that may arise.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains in production planning and execution. Implement best practices to optimize workflows and reduce costs.
Quality Assurance: Collaborate with operations and quality control teams to ensure that production plans meet the requirements to produce a quality product. Monitor on hold items as needed to resolve in a timely manner.
Master Data: Basic Master Data maintenance as required by team expectations.
Projects: Minimal project assignments.
Metrics: Understanding of metrics and targets pertaining to business unit.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge

Production Planning Principles
Supply Chain Management
Manufacturing Processes
Inventory Control Principles
Data Analysis
Purchase Orders

Skills

Organizational
Communication and Collaboration
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Teamwork

Abilities

Adaptability
Time Management
Decision Making
Technical Proficiency
Customer Focus

Education and Experience:

Required:
- High School Diploma
- SAP experience preferred
- 2+ years in related field, internship, or employed within the company.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other production planning software.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Preferred:
- Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, or related field
- APICS certification (CPIM - Certified in Planning and Inventory Management or CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Professional)

Working Conditions:

Office Environment
Plant visit(s) - Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) provided by plants.
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.
40 plus hours per week, must be present during these hours to answer inquiries from management, other departments.

Some evening and weekend work may be required.

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