Production Planner

Magnum Venus Products, Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability plan

401k

Paid time off

9 company-paid holidays

Job summary

Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to develop and maintain scheduling for manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will plan work orders, monitor progress, and collaborate with Advanced Equipment Engineers, machine shops, and assemblers to ensure on-time delivery. The role requires 2+ years in production planning with ERP/MRP experience and a strong eye for process improvements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in production planning/scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• Intermediate computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in using advanced ERP/MRP systems, Epicor preferred.
• Ability to sit or stand at a desk for 6-8 hours per day and the ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Other physical activity may include standing, climbing, grasping, kneeling, stooping, bending, and reaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and adjust scheduling plans for production based on available resources, capacity, and demand.
• Plan, schedule, and produce work orders for assembled, fabricated, and machined parts.
• Monitor production processes, addressing potential bottlenecks and ensuring smooth workflow.
• Manage ERP system after Engineering BOMS have been completed to create production plans for Engineer to Order projects.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and shop teams to determine appropriate commitments and schedules.
• Monitor material supply flow and identify shortages or bottlenecks in usage and coordinate with other departments to resolve issues.
• Evaluate and report on production performance metrics, such as adherence to schedule and lead times.
• Organize and maintain systems for information flow and records for each job.
• Assist Operations Managers to develop long-term strategies for optimizing production flow, resource utilization.
• Regularly update ERP/MRP systems with current scheduling data and adjust with production changes.
• Identify challenges in the production schedule and develop contingency plans.
• Develop strategies to improve production efficiency, reduce lead times, and bolster responsiveness.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Description

As a family-owned business for almost 90 years, Magnum Venus Products (MVP) is a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for industrial applications in composites and adhesives. MVP provides equipment for the marine, infrastructure, pool and bath, oil & gas, transportation, aerospace, and wind industries. What benefits do we offer? We offer a culture of transparency with values focused on Family, Friendly, Forward. We recognize that success takes everyone, we communicate openly, and we drive innovation to inspire passion and to have fun at work! In addition, we offer a full package of benefits including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Plan, 401k, Paid Time Off, and 9 Company-paid holidays.

Job Type

Full-time

Here’s What You Will Do

• Develop, maintain, and adjust scheduling plans for production based on available resources, capacity, and demand.


• Plan, schedule, and produce work orders for assembled, fabricated, and machined parts.


• Monitor production processes, addressing potential bottlenecks and ensuring smooth workflow.


• Manage ERP system after Engineering BOMS have been completed to create production plans for Engineer to Order projects.


• Work collaboratively with Advanced Equipment Engineers, Machine shop, Fabrication shop, & Advanced Equipment Assemblers, to determine appropriate commitments and schedules.


• Monitor material supply flow and identify any shortages or bottlenecks in usage and work in conjunction with other departments to resolve issues and offer alternative scheduling.


• Evaluate and report on production performance metrics, such as adherence to schedule and lead times.


• Organize, create, and maintain systems for information flow and records for each job.


• Assist the Operations Managers to develop long-term strategies for optimizing production flow, resource utilization.


• Regularly update ERP/MRP systems with current scheduling data making adjustments with changes from production


• Proactively identify challenges in the production schedule and work with relevant teams to develop contingency plans.


• Develop strategies aimed at improving production efficiency, reducing lead times, and bolstering production responsiveness.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in production planning/scheduling within a manufacturing environment


• Bachelor's degree (Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred).


• Intermediate computer skills required, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel


• Proficiency in using advanced ERP/MRP systems, Epicor preferred.


• Ability to sit or stand at a desk for 6-8 hours per day and the ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.


• Other physical activity may include standing, climbing, grasping, kneeling, stooping, bending, and reaching

Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship. Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.