Prototype Production Planner

Location 

North American Technical Center, Arden, NC     

About us 

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.  

Our Culture  

We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. We care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.  

Career Opportunities  

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!   

For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings:  BorgWarner Openings  

Pay & Benefits 

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the below for all fulltime employees:  

• Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium 

• Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost  

• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage 

• Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months 

• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program 

• Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1 

Job purpose 

The BorgWarner Arden campus offers two world class Technical Centers and a cutting-edge manufacturing facility that designs and produces turbos, fan, and fan drive components for the automotive industry. The Arden campus offers a multitude of career opportunities and is in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.  

The Prototype Planner plays a crucial role within the Tech Center, balancing capacity, inventory levels, and customer delivery schedules to ensure that prototype planning processes run smoothly and efficiently. 

Key responsibilities 

Prototype Scheduling: 

• Create and maintain prototype schedules for testing and model shop to meet customer demands on time while considering Tech Center efficiency, customer priorities, capacity constraints, upstream material flow, planned downtime, and other internal customer demands. 

• Ensure meticulous management of all aspects of prototype planning with keen attention to detail. 

• Collaborate with engineering, testing, and model shop to fulfil customer requirements and respond to changes to ensure customer satisfaction. 

• Adapt to changing environments with flexibility and responsiveness to pivot 

• Monitor assigned GEMS tickets for approvals. 

• Manager assigned GEMS tickets to order parts, schedule builds, or schedule testing. 

Capacity Planning: 

• Use SAP to order parts requested for prototype builds. 

• Ensure on-time delivery of finished goods, and WIP by managing prototype schedules and addressing any delays. 

• Make data-centric recommendations for scheduling changes or propose alternatives in the event of delays. 

• Identify and work with engineering departments and team leads to resolve issues with routings to optimize efficiency and capacity utilization. 

Order Coordination: 

• Manage prototype orders daily. Actively manage GEMS ticket requests to achieve customer on time delivery. 

• Create transfer orders for materials to support prototype orders. 

Inventory Management: 

• Manage inventory levels to ensure that finished goods and work-in-process materials are at optimum levels and available when needed, while minimizing excess inventory. 

• Identify and drive operational improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and process flow changes to benefit prototype operations. 

• Evaluate, report, and manage excess and obsolete inventory. 

Communication: 

• Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with the prototype build and machining schedule plan. 

• Anticipate stakeholder needs and keep them informed about prototype build and machining schedule and any changes. 

• Communicate urgency when needed and drive the team for results. 

Problem Solving: 

• Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address prototype planning challenges and improve processes. 

• Collaborate with team members to resolve issues that may arise during prototype builds or machining, such as delays, equipment malfunctions, or material shortages. 

• Use creative thinking to develop unique solutions and approach problems in new ways. 

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance prototype efficiency and reduce waste. 

Data Management: 

• Understand, maintain, and adjust SAP and GEMS parameters to achieve results. 

Performance Monitoring: 

• Monitor KPI’s to track production performance, inventory, schedule attainment, overtime, and identify areas for improvement. 

Work Environment: 

• Transport material as required using proper handling methods. 

• Keep work area in orderly condition with respect to proper materials, tools, equipment, and personal belongings.  (Includes cleaning of equipment, floors, tables, etc.) 

• Maintain quality standards by following proper inspection procedures. 

• Understand and adhere to current health, safety, and environmental policies.  

• Understand and adhere to current quality and control policies.  

• Perform other duties as needed. 

What we’re looking for 

• Completion of high school or equivalent.   

• Proven experience in production planning within an automotive manufacturing environment. 

• Proficiency in SAP and Excel. 

• Agile. Quickly adapt to changing environments with flexibility and responsiveness. 

• Possess, strong decision making, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. 

• Excel at expressing ideas clearly and persuasively, ensuring communication inspires action. 

• Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy and precision. 

• Collaborative.  

• Ability to prioritize tasks based on significance. 

• Attendance on the job is essential. 

• Must be able to work in a team environment. 

• Must be able to follow instructions, safety rules and regulations. 

What we believe 

• Inclusion: Respecting Individuals 

• Integrity: Honoring truth 

• Excellence: Focusing on results 

• Responsibility: Our commitment 

• Collaboration: Building trust 

Safety  

This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately. 

Equal Employment Opportunity  

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

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Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world. 

For more information about BorgWarner, please visit www.borgwarner.com 

For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings:  BorgWarner Openings 

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