Master Planner

KALAS MFG INC; Denver (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalas MFG INC in Denver is seeking a Master Planner to develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule. You will work with sales, shipping, production, and maintenance to ensure on-time delivery while maximizing efficiency.

Requires 4 years in manufacturing planning with ERP systems; Associate degree required, Bachelor's with APICS preferred. Full-time role based in Denver-Plant 2.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in SCM is required.
• Bachelor's with APICS certification is preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems in manufacturing is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on forecasts, sales orders, capacity and lead times.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve delivery risks and production issues.
• Monitor on-time performance and adjust schedules, including overtime when needed.
• Prepare reports on late orders and communicate priorities for completion.
• Review weekly workload with Planning/Scheduling Manager and Production Manager to identify overtime needs.

Skills

Supply chain planning

ERP systems

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in SCM

Bachelor's with APICS certification

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Develops, executes, and continuously improves the production planning process and resulting production schedule to maximize operational efficiency while not compromising on time delivery of finished product.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITITES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on customer forecasts, sales orders, capacity, and lead times.
• Utilize sales plans/forecasts to develop production plans and schedules.
• Analyze sales data and forecasts to provide input into both short-term execution and long-term capacity planning.
• Monitor on time performance to the production have ready dates and make adjustments to meet customer demand and expected ship dates including recommending overtime when needed.
• Manage schedule changes to accommodate expedites when required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Shipping, Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality) to resolve delivery risks and production issues.
• Maintain and update key planning parameters within the ERP/MRP system (e.g., machine efficiency, lead times, etc.).
• Prepares master production schedule for manufacturing which considers quality, efficiencies and on-time delivery.
• Generates and distributes potential late order reports to customer service, production supervisors and lead associates, and shipping.
• Consults with customer service and production supervisors on dates of potential problems and establish priorities for completion of late orders.
• Evaluates weekly workload and meets with the Planning/Scheduling Manager and Production Manager to identify areas where overtime is needed.
• Works with engineering department to set times for sample runs, offers advice on where to run product.
• Works with maintenance to schedule preventative maintenance along with equipment repairs/upgrades to minimize downtime.
• Works with Inventory Manager to establish planning policies and safety stock levels based on provided forecast.
• Works with Quality Manager with re-planning of both internal and external rejected material.
• Monitors RAW and WIP inventory levels.
• Communicates with Purchasing on material shortages.
• Participates in meetings that effect production. Offers suggestions for continuous improvement.
• Aware of Kalas’ environmental policy and what it means to them.
• Aware of their significant environmental aspects and knows how to mitigate or eliminate the environmental impacts associated with them.
• Observes company housekeeping and safety regulations.
• Meets attendance requirements as stated in the associate handbook.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION

Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a closely related technical/engineering discipline.

A Bachelor’s degree along with APICS certification in planning and scheduling is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with ERP system. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX is a plus.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift First

Position Master Planner

Location Denver - Plant 2

This position is currently accepting applications.