MRP Planner

Continental Electronics Corporation; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 94,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Leave of absence programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Continental Electronics Corporation in Richardson, TX, seeks an experienced MRP Planner to coordinate production workflow, analyze supply and demand against schedules, and ensure on-time delivery. The role interfaces with production, procurement, and logistics to optimize material readiness and program health.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in supply or production planning, and experience with Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years in supply or production planning or equivalent.
• High School Diploma with 9+ years in Production Control/Material Planning.
• Experience in Deltek Costpoint ERP/MRP or similar systems.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple programs.
• Strong knowledge of production planning and manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Review and release Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and Purchase Requisitions (PRs) using MRP system.
• Assess material requirements against inventory to ensure on-time completion.
• Identify bottlenecks and expedite operations as needed to meet schedule.
• Prepare stakeholders with material planning reports on status and health.
• Modify processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with Production, Procurement, and Logistics on PO placement and material movement.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and implement changes.
• Plan and schedule workflow per established sequences and lead times.
• Uphold company values and code of ethics.

Skills

Supply planning

Production planning

MRP

ERP systems

Costpoint usage

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

High School Diploma

Tools

Deltek Costpoint ERP

SAP

Job description

Overview

Continental Electronics Corporation is a leading provider of RF technologies and innovative solutions with 80 years of proven performance. CEC has experienced significant recent growth and has established itself as the go-to supplier for a diversified product line supporting a wide spectrum of markets from commercial products, military customers, to space research laboratories.

Overview

Continental Electronics Corporation is a leading provider of RF technologies and innovative solutions with 80 years of proven performance. CEC has experienced significant recent growth and has established itself as the go-to supplier for a diversified product line supporting a wide spectrum of markets from commercial products, military customers, to space research laboratories.

The MRP Planner will help coordinate production workflow, analyze supply and demand against schedule to achieve on time completion and delivery of product, and interface with key internal stakeholders to status production readiness. The successful candidate will have experience using Deltek’s “Costpoint” ERP platform.

Responsibilities

• With use of a Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system, reviews and releases Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and Purchase Requisitions (PRs) in accordance with schedule
• Reviews material requirements of Manufacturing Orders (MOs) with inventory availability and shortages to identify and assess on-time completion and schedule risk
• Assesses critical path and bottlenecks within production and makes informed decisions on expediting operations to meet schedule or adjust to changing demand requirements
• Prepares and informs key stakeholders on Material Planning reports that assess production status, material readiness, and program health
• Reviews, analyzes, modifies, and implements efficient and effective department processes, policies, and procedures
• Identifies, documents, and implements opportunities for continuous improvement
• Coordinates with Production to work through and identify impacts to material completion, with procurement to assist with Purchase Order (PO) placement and receipt, and Logistics to ensure accurate inventory movement
• Proactively works through and identifies opportunities to reduce costs, improve schedule, and enhance efficiency in the manufacturing process
• Plan and schedule workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred with 5+ years of experience in supply planning, production planning, or similar operations management role.
• High School Diploma with 9+ years of experience in Production Control/Material Planning or related career field required.
• Experience in Deltek Costpoint ERP/MRP (preferred) or like system (i.e., SAP)
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple programs simultaneously
• Expert knowledge of production planning and manufacturing principles
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Able to manage multiple or constantly changing priorities effectively

Life at OSI

Pay may range from $94,000 to $102,000 annually

#SV1

The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job‑related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations.

• Base salary is one component of your total rewards package.
• You may be eligible for long-term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discounted rate through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• OSI also offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits.
• In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty.
• Full‑Time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time‑off.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

OSI Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively "OSI") does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. If any person or entity, including a recruiter or agency, submits any information, including any resume or information regarding any potential candidate, without a signed agreement in place with OSI, OSI explicitly reserves the right to use such information, and pursue and/or hire such candidates, without any financial obligation to the person, recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited information or resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are considered and deemed to be the property of OSI.

Poster Link

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.