TOGETHER, WE SAVE LIVES
OVERVIEW
Lead and coordinator all planning activities related to the master production plan.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain Master Schedules for the production of finished goods to achieve sales, inventory, and service level goals established.
- Revise schedules daily to optimize plant efficiencies and maintain a high level of delivery performance.
- Maintain long-range master schedules that serve as a foundation for site business plans and operational budgets.
- Develop, revise and update capacity plans, identify bottlenecks and recommend actions for recovery.
- Create production plans that optimize plant capacity and drive the material requirements planning system.
- Plan and develop a realistic Master Schedule which conforms to internal and contract customer requirements while maintaining
- Supply work order documentation for Manufacturing and Shipping departments.
- Monitor material availability, track progress of production, and review factors which may affect schedules.
- Monitor and action MRP prompts for work orders planning.
- Negotiate alternative manufacturing and delivery dates, as necessary, based on current capacity with Plant Management, Sales, and Marketing.
- Monitor backlog and rolling production plan for accuracy and ensure updates are made daily resulting in MRP system integrity.
- Maintain open communications with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Shipping regarding schedule changes so that proper component inventory requirements can be achieved.
- Plans all work orders and Purchase orders to meet internal requirements.
- Coordinate implementation dates for engineering changes with Operational team.
- Bill of Material and Labor Routing validation as needed.
- Participate in new product launches and other projects related to production and supply chain.
- Develop and maintain cross-functional relationships with various internal and external customers, across multiple facilities.
- Provide inputs into the overall site budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Validate purchase order accuracy and ensure it's aligned properly with business needs.
- Analysis of data and ability to communicate potential risks and resolutions effectively with business leadership and key stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Five to seven years experience in production planning · APICS certification desired
- MFG/OPS experience desired
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics or other related field
- Minimum five years of experience in planning role in a manufacturing industry
- Common sense and defined procedures to complete tasks in straight forward situations with supervision
- Uses judgment based on practice and precedence with supervision
- Selects appropriate alternative sources of information and utilizes them to evaluate situations, with supervision
- Analytical thought needed to resolve issues in a variety of complex situations, without supervision
- Requires use on conceptual and innovative thinking
- Requires advanced conceptual thinking in complex and/or completely new situations
- Directly impacts the quality of services provided by self or others
- Impacts quality, timeliness of results, planning and revenues or budget
- Routinely impacts quality, timeliness of results, planning and revenues or budget
- Responsibility directly impacts the professional/technical direction and strategy of business unit.
- Defines professional/technical direction and strategy
- Developed communication skills to exchange complex information, influence and shape the image of the business unit
- Ability to communicate sensitive information concisely and effectively with key stakeholders and leadership.
- Negotiate within a project or team, at higher levels and occasionally with external relationships
Why work at Safariland?
At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.
Eligible employees are offered:
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
- Employer paid disability
- Wellness program
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition assistance
- Employee assistance program
- Work life balance
- Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)
The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.
All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.
Skills Required
- Five to seven years of experience in production planning
- Minimum five years of planning experience in a manufacturing industry
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or a related field
- APICS certification
- Manufacturing or operations experience
- Analytical skills to resolve complex planning issues
- Advanced conceptual and innovative thinking
- Strong communication skills with leadership and stakeholders
- Ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders
What We Do
The Safariland Group designs, engineers, researches, and delivers protective equipment and life-saving products for law enforcement, military, security professionals, first responders, outdoor recreation, and personal-protection markets. Its portfolio includes duty and concealment holsters, body armor, tactical equipment, belts and pouches, communications devices, hearing protection, apparel, and related gear. The company’s mission is “Together, We Save Lives,” emphasizing innovation, performance, excellence, and legacy.
