Production Planner

Primary Responsibilities:

• Production Planning 
  • Works closely with Division Production Planner to ensure production schedules are met at NJ Site.
  • Operations are monitored to assure that process and product quality are maintained, that yields and efficiencies are maximized, that scrap and waste are minimized and that safe practices are employed.
  • Production activities are managed to assure that productivity is high and that lead-times and backlogs are maintained at acceptable level.
• Manages product flow to fulfill customer orders and business needs.
• Inventories are monitored and maintained at appropriate level
• A “focus on the customer” mentality is maintained.             
• Corrective actions are maintained and appropriately acted on.
• Supports Development of New Products and Processes  
  • Capacity and Capability of equipment and labor is understood and documented for New Products and Processes.
  • Schedules production to include R&D and Process Improvement activities.
• Manage Inventory       
  • Monitor WIP and Finished Goods Inventory
  • Research and define reasons for excess inventory
  • Flag items with reasons communicate and support solutions
• Administrative/Business Operations              
  • Attend daily, weekly meetings with appropriate personnel
  • Problems are expedited and issues are communicated as required
  • Use Process Value Chain methods for process improvements
  • Maintains a positive attitude and is cooperative in working with others
  • Adapts readily to changes in work caused by new requirements and/or situations.
  • Responsible for maintaining Quality Work Environment
  • Role model for Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Satisfaction and Business Results.

 

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Operations Management, or direct work related experience
• 2-4 years in manufacturing (high technology manufacturing preferred)
• Experience in performing time studies (both labor and equipment)
• Preferable trained in lean manufacturing techniques

 

Skills:

• Experience with problem analysis and resolution
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working with others
• Ability to recommend and implement improvements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with networked PC based computer system (MS Office, spreadsheets, access, graphics, Email, MRP systems, and accounting software)
• Must have experience using SAP or equivalent ERP systems
• Capable of developing and implementing long-range capacity and capability plans
• Ability to handle multiple priorities involving external and internal priorities
• Ability to excel in a cross-organizational, cross cultural, global team environment
• Handle special assignments promptly and professionally
• Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency

 

ITAR/EAR and Other Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual).
• Compliance with all applicable export control regulations.

 

Working Conditions

• 8-hour shift: 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday
• Special working conditions cover a range of circumstances from regular evening and weekend work, shift work, working outdoors, willingness to work off-core-hours, travel, and so forth.

 

Physical Requirements

At a minimum, you must include the following:

• Standing (hours per day)
• Lifting (lbs.)
• Pushing/Pulling (lbs.)
• Sitting (hours per day)

About UsCoherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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