The Production Planner will support t department by translating business supply needs into actionable production schedules. This role focuses on continuous improvement across the supply chain, optimizing inventory levels, shortening end‑to‑end lead times, and leading ERP system enhancements to ensure efficient plant operations.
Responsibilities- Input new item organization data, including make/buy lead-time/Planner code etc.
- Enter Build Plan(s) into the ERP system to support the use of planning tools. Develop and manage Planning BOMs and resources.
- Review and convert MRP (Oracle Supply Planning) suggested requirements into purchase requisitions and manufacturing orders.
- Review MRP compression and exception messages and resolve conflicts. Including ensuring regular communication with production/project management/procurement and the master scheduler.
- Attend production meetings to ascertain scheduling adherence, focusing on ETA/Demand supply.
- Support production management during the production meetings - communicating to the manufacturing team if the material is available to meet the manufacturing plan or highlighting the risks and leading to issue resolution.
- Reviewing the ERP system daily, making sure the material quantities are available in line with order due dates.
- Maintain ERP system data accuracy, including items master data, and through timely execution of transactions.
- Meet urgent deadlines by Re-prioritize planning activities/Check inventory.
- Represent the organization in a responsible and professional manner.
- Carry out other duties as and when business requirements dictate as may be reasonably expected by your supervisor.
- Follow all company policies and procedures.
Bachelor's degree in manufacturing OR supply chain management OR Diploma OR equivalent in related field.
3 to 5 years relevant experience in manufacturing OR Industrial engineering OR Production OR equivalent.
MRP planning experience with complex products with multi-layer BOMs and high individual parts count (1000s).
- Experience gained with a multi-disciplined MRP planning role covering CNC machining, Fabrication, Assembly, and Testing is essential.
- Experience as a planner working in an ETO or MTO business environment.
- Experience with the advanced planning system, i.e., Oracle ASCP, SAP APO.
- Oracle ERP / MRP Super User experience.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver cost reduction and operational performance results.
- Demonstrated ability to create new master production scheduling methodologies.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, supply chain management, or a related field; diploma or equivalent accepted.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, production, or an equivalent field.
- MRP planning experience with complex products, multi-layer bills of materials, and high individual parts counts.
- Experience with CNC machining, fabrication, assembly, and testing in a multidisciplinary MRP planning role.
- Experience as a planner in an engineer-to-order or make-to-order business environment.
- Experience with advanced planning systems such as Oracle ASCP or SAP APO.
- Oracle ERP or MRP super-user experience.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver cost reduction and operational performance improvements.
- Demonstrated ability to create new master production scheduling methodologies.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials describe comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside life/disability insurance, a global EAP, wellness resources, and paid parental leave; the company also states it pays most U.S. health plan premiums, which bolsters perceived value.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program features auto‑enrollment, immediate vesting, and ongoing employer contributions; historical filings and comments point to a generally well‑regarded match even as exact formulas can change.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid parental leave and widely cited decent PTO at hire are complemented by options like experience‑based vacation credit and a flexible holiday, creating a rounded time‑off offering in many U.S. roles.
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What We Do
NOV delivers technology-driven solutions to empower the global energy industry. For more than 150 years, NOV has pioneered innovations that enable its customers to safely produce abundant energy while minimizing environmental impact. The energy industry depends on NOV’s deep expertise and technology to continually improve oilfield operations and assist in efforts to advance the energy transition towards a more sustainable future. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.
