Production Planner & Scheduler (MRP/ERP)

Seek-Thermal,-Inc; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Seek Thermal is seeking a Planner/Scheduler to develop and coordinate internal and subcontract build schedules, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with the overall build plan. You will work closely with the Director of Wafer Management in a manufacturing environment, supporting Materials, Production, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, and Quality.

The role emphasizes ERP/MRP proficiency, subcontract coordination, and continuous improvement in a dynamic production setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in an electro-mechanical assembly production environment
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in planning/scheduling preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and prioritize internal and subcontract build schedules based on need date and capacity, addressing obstacles that could impact on-time delivery
• Schedule subcontract processes (wafer processing, routing, wire bonding) to support build plans
• Identify capacity limitations and communicate them to management to ensure plans remain achievable
• Manage daily transactions in the MRP system to maintain system integrity and alignment
• Communicate with subcontractors on schedules, priorities, and serial number tracking
• Manage the flow of inventory and WIP between Seek and outside processing vendors, including daily tracking across multiple external suppliers
• Identify potential WIP bottlenecks and develop recovery plans
• Coordinate and expedite the flow of parts, sub-assemblies, and materials to work areas to meet production schedules and customer commitments
• Manage defective material by scheduling second runs or following up on dispositions

Job description

Seek Thermal is seeking a Planner/Scheduler to develop and coordinate internal and subcontract build schedules, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with the overall build plan. You will work closely with the Director of Wafer Management in a manufacturing environment, supporting Materials, Production, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, and Quality.

The role emphasizes ERP/MRP proficiency, subcontract coordination, and continuous improvement in a dynamic production setting.