Master Production Planner

TRMI, Inc.; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

TRMI, Inc. in Battle Creek, MI is seeking an experienced production planning professional to own and optimize the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and capacity planning.

The role partners with Production, Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering, Finance, and site leadership to balance demand with available capacity and drive the SIOP process. The successful candidate will develop rolling plans across short- to long-range horizons, analyze demand and capacity constraints, and lead planning reviews to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in roles of progressively increasing responsibilities in production planning in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of MRP computer systems is strongly preferred
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and communication skills
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and planning meetings
• Experience implementing Master Scheduling in large plants preferred

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the site's Master Production Schedule (MPS)
• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and rolling production plans
• Create 3-, 6-, and 12-month capacity and staffing plans
• Analyze demand, capacity, labor availability, and equipment utilization
• Lead SIOP and scenario planning meetings
• Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering, Finance, and site leadership
• Monitor planning performance with key metrics
• Maintain accurate planning data and reports
• Drive continuous improvement in scheduling accuracy and lead times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Master planning

Capacity planning

SIOP process

MRP systems

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MRP software

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

General Overview:

Responsible for creating, maintaining, and communicating production, staffing, and capacity plans that balance customer demand, labor resources, and manufacturing capabilities. Owns the master production schedule and capacity planning processes, ensuring alignment with the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and approved operating plan.

Develops and maintains rolling production, staffing, load, and capacity plans across short-, mid-, and long-range planning horizons.

Duties

• Own and maintain the site's Master Production Schedule (MPS), balancing customer demand, production capacity, staffing, inventory, and operational constraints
• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, weekend, and rolling production plans to support customer requirements and efficient manufacturing execution
• Develop and maintain 3-month staffing and production plans, as well as 6-month, 1-year, and 5-year capacity, load, and workforce plans
• Analyze demand, capacity, labor availability, equipment utilization, and production constraints to identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Balance demand and supply requirements through the SIOP process, ensuring alignment with approved operating plans, forecasts, and business objectives
• Lead scenario planning activities to evaluate changes in customer demand, production requirements, staffing needs, capital investments, and capacity utilization
• Identify and resolve material, labor, and capacity constraints; escal ...
• Partner with Production, Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering, Finance, and site leadership to align priorities, communicate requirements, and support execution of the operating plan
• Lead and facilitate planning, scheduling, and SIOP review meetings; present staffing, capacity, and production recommendations to management and senior leadership
• Monitor and drive planning performance through key metrics including schedule attainment, on-time delivery, capacity utilization, forecast accuracy, inventory performance, backlog, and load versus available capacity
• Maintain accurate planning data, schedules, system parameters, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure effective decision-making
• Serve as the site's subject matter expert for master scheduling, capacity planning, and production planning processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives that improve planning accuracy, schedule stability, throughput, and lead times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge

• Ability to work independently
• 5+ years of experience in roles of progressively increasing responsibilities in production planning in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of MRP computer systems is strongly preferred
• Detail oriented
• Leader with superior analytical skills, exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative and matrixed team environment
• Fluency and proficiency in the practical application of MRP logic, scheduling log, order policies, capacity planning, input/output control, product structures, routing, and standards maintenance
• Knowledge in master scheduling, demand management, stockroom, purchasing, design cell, and cost accounting techniques
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex materials issues within the company
• Highly skilled in data analysis, and presentation, including software skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access
• Strong understanding of the business systems and processes used in support of the above functions
• Previous experience implementing Master Scheduling in a large plant preferred

Education / Experience

High School Diploma or GED with at least 13 years of Supply Chain Management or related experience.

Or

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management with at least 5+ years of related experience.

TRMI, Inc. is a Japanese owned automotive parts supplier, serving the Japanese Transplants (Toyota, Nissan, Subaru, etc.) as well as the domestic OEMs (Ford and GM). Located in Battle Creek, MI, TRMI, Inc. is a subsidiary company of Tokai-Rika Co. LTD, which is located in Nagoya, Japan.

TRMI was founded in 1986 and currently employs 650+ at our Battle Creek location.

We manufacture automotive switch related components such as: window regulators, cruise control, turn signals, multi-function and HVAC switches.

Shift your career into drive and help TRMI make the driving experience an intuitive connection between the human body and the vehicle.

TRMI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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