Planner I

Amphenol Network Solutions, Inc in; Liberty Lake (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Network Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Planner I (Finance) to execute the manufacturing plan based on the Master Production Schedule, ensuring customer orders ship on time and capacity is optimized.

You will monitor daily capacity, adjust schedules, and resolve obstacles impacting production. Key responsibilities include daily job rescheduling, shortages review, and coordination with production teams to maintain throughput while adhering to ERP-driven processes.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to foster teamwork across departments.
• Experience in a manufacturing or planning environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute the manufacturing plan based on the Master Production Schedule to meet customer ship dates.
• Add and reschedule jobs daily per MPS/MRP suggestions for assigned product families.
• Escalate and resolve daily obstacles that threaten on-time shipments or capacity optimization.
• Review and address part shortages and capacity-related issues to avoid delays.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisor to ensure effective scheduling and workflow.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Planner I (Finance)

POSITION SUMMARY The Planner will execute the manufacturing plan based off of the Master Production Schedule, with emphasis on meeting customer order ship dates, and will aggressively strive to meet the requested ship date. Monitor daily capacity and develop production plans to best utilize capacity. Escalate and resolve daily obstacles that threaten on-time shipments or capacity optimization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Add and reschedule jobs daily per MPS/MRP suggestions for assigned product families
• Review and print jobs that contain no shortages
• Resolve obstacles (parts or capacity related) that arise in assigned departments that threaten on time shipment or full capacity utilization
• Review Job Packet shortages identified to determine when part is due, address any surprise shortages, decide whether to kit short and make schedule adjustments where shortage will prevent job for starting as originally planned
• Ensure proper MRP procedures relevant to the scheduling process are followed
• Review back orders daily to ensure they are completed as recommitted
• Coordinate efforts with Production Supervisor to ensure effective scheduling
• Coordinate workflow and ensure job movement between departments or work centers
• Work with purchasing concerning problem areas and unacceptable delivery dates
• Create and communicate daily production work priorities/schedules and revisions as appropriate to meet changing customer demand

2 years of experience in production planning, MPS and MRP required

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED, and experience in a manufacturing environment required

Associates degree in a technical field preferred

Ability to read, write, and process basic math

Perform all work assignments with proper material handling techniques, following quality standards and safety precautions

Adapt and accept changes based on production demands and schedules

Remain open to and supportive of team ideas and management decisions

Display cross-cultural sensitivity while working in a diverse employee population

Able to accept constructive criticism and feedback, and respond in an appropriate manner

Experience working in a team environment, and/or independently

May be responsible for other duties assigned

LANGUAGE AND PEOPLE SKILLS

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork across departments.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail software.

Experience with ERP systems required, Epicor preferred.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to sit, stand, type and click a mouse for extended periods of time. Ability to concentrate and focus on detailed information for long periods. Ability to self-educate to research and resolve technical issues. Emotional intelligence to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with co-workers, internal and external customers. Requires repetitive reviewing of numbers and other information and nearly mistake free work performance.

COMPENSATION

Pay Range: $24-27/hour Status: Non-Exempt

Other Compensation Offered: Bonus - This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on the performance of the Company. Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and work location.

QUALITY STATEMENT

Amphenol Network Solutions is committed to delivering an extraordinary customer experience that meets or exceeds our customer's requirements and satisfaction as we continually improve the effectiveness of our Quality Management System.