Planner

KB Home; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company located in Milpitas, California, is seeking a Planner to manage production scheduling and work order processing. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in production control, strong analytical and communication skills, and be proficient in software like Microsoft Office and SAP. This position requires self-direction and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining effective relationships at all organization levels.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a Planner or production control position.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Self-directed and dependable with excellent relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for production scheduling and work order processing.
• Validate documents and tooling for production readiness.
• Support MRP run and manage conflicting priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution skills

Time management skills

Software learning ability

Education

Associates Degree in a related field or equivalent training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Key Functions

The Planner reports to the Master Scheduler and is responsible for production scheduling, validating documents and tooling for production readiness, deviation processing, work order processing, statusing material for clear to build schedule, and running MRP. The Planner may perform a variety of tasks in accordance with their training, experience, and skill as assigned by their Manager including but not limited to:

Requirements

• Possess three to five (3-5) years of experience in a Planner or production control position at a contract manufacturing company


• Possess an Associates Degree in a related field or equivalent training and experience


• Possess strong analytical, communication, listening, and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to individuals from multi-cultural backgrounds, and build trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results, at all levels within the organization.


• Possess conflict resolution skills, and ability to apply techniques at all levels of the organization.


• Possess a high level of integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information.


• Must be self-directed, dependable, and motivated with excellent relationship and time management skills.


• Must be able to learn various software systems quickly.


• Understands the competitive dynamics in electronic manufacturing services and NPI process.


• Ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment, as well as partnering with business executives and operations leaders in order to develop appropriate solutions.


• Develop and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with clients, vendors, and representatives of external organizations.


• Available to work the days and hours necessary to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates, supervisors, customers, vendors, and any other person or organization with whom interaction is required to accomplish work and goals. This may include odd hour teleconferences with global facilities.

Language Skills

• Possess excellent communication skills in both verbal and written form


• Ability to read, and interpret engineering instructions, schematics, technical procedures, and various reports


• Ability to keep accurate documentation


• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees;


• Maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply basic concepts of arithmetic

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to use common sense to solve practical problems


• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Physical Demand

The physical demand described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time; use hands and fingers to handle panels and boards; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and have steady hands and dexterity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Computer Skills

• Must be proficient with PC-based software including Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Develop working knowledge of SAP to perform & train individuals on related tasks.