Production Planner - Power Quality Products

Hitachi Energy; Mount Pleasant (PA, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Production Planner to enhance their manufacturing processes. In this pivotal role, you will oversee production schedules, manage inventory, and ensure quality standards are met. Collaborating with various teams, you will drive initiatives to optimize production efficiency while adhering to budget constraints. This position offers the chance to contribute to innovative solutions in the power delivery sector. If you have a passion for continuous improvement and possess expertise in production planning, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production planning or master scheduling.
• Ability to interpret data and analyze trends for informed decisions.
• Familiarity with high-voltage switchgear products.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts.
• Monitor raw material levels and coordinate timely delivery.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and report progress.

Skills

Production Planning

SAP S4 Hana

Data Analysis

Inventory Management

Cost Control

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business

Engineering

Operations/Manufacturing

Tools

ERP Systems

Production Planning Software

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

Job Title: Production Planner - Power Quality Products

Company Overview:

Hitachi Energy is a leading provider of high-voltage components, specializing in innovative solutions for the electrical utilities and the power delivery industry. As we expand our operations, we seek a dynamic and experienced Production Planner to join our team. As a Production Planner, you will be crucial in driving our initiatives to improve the production process in a manufacturing facility, ensuring the products are manufactured efficiently and on time. Knowledge of SAP is required for this role.

Position Summary:

A production planner is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the entire production process in a manufacturing facility, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, on time, and within budget by developing and managing production schedules, monitoring inventory levels, and collaborating with various teams to meet production goals; they essentially plan and organize the flow of materials and workforce to optimize production output while adhering to delivery deadlines and quality standards. This position will report to the Planning & Fulfillment Manager of the Capacitors & Filters business.

Responsibilities:

• Production scheduling: Create and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, demand forecasts, and inventory levels, adjusting schedules to accommodate changes.
• Inventory management: Monitor raw material levels, anticipate potential shortages, and coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely materials delivery.
• Resource allocation: Assign tasks to production teams, manage workforce scheduling, and optimize equipment utilization to maximize productivity.
• Cost control: Track production costs, identify areas for cost reduction and work to minimize waste and inefficiencies.
• Quality control: Collaborate with quality inspectors to ensure products meet quality standards and identify any production issues
• Performance monitoring: Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on production progress to management
• Problem-solving: Identify and address production issues promptly, including equipment malfunctions, delays, and labor shortages
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as sales, purchasing, warehouse, and maintenance, to ensure smooth production flow.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations/manufacturing, process engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in production planning or master scheduling role.
• Ability to interpret data, analyze trends, and make informed decisions regarding production planning
• Excellent ability to develop and execute comprehensive production schedules
• Effective communication with various stakeholders, including production teams, management, and other departments
• Proficiency with production planning software, ERP systems such as SAP S4 Hana, and data analysis tools
• Ability to identify and resolve production issues efficiently.
• Familiar with the principles and manufacturing knowledge of high-voltage switchgear products such as capacitors (pole mount capacitor banks, metal enclosed capacitor banks)
• Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous process improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and continuous improvement methodologies will be a plus.

The position is based at our Mt. Pleasant plant. Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

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