Spvr, Production Planner

Magna International Inc.; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Health Insurance

Low-Cost Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Employee Profit Sharing Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Magna International Inc. is seeking a seasoned Production Scheduler to lead and optimize scheduling, material planning, and inventory control across our Cosma operations.

You will coordinate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products in a Just-In-Time environment. The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing scheduling, strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production scheduling, material planning, or inventory control in a manufacturing environment.
• Automotive industry experience preferred
• Experience with JIT inventory flow and scheduling systems required
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of material planning, supplier coordination, and production processes

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all production scheduling, customer contact scheduling, and raw material planning activities.
• Act as primary liaison between customer, production, shipping/receiving, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of quality product on a JIT basis while meeting all customer-specific and inventory requirements.
• Supports Magna Operational Principles and Employee Charter criteria within context and position's scope of work supports EBM’s ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, IATF System, as well as Magna Safety and Magna Environmental Program requirements.
• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Production Schedulers, Customer Contact Schedulers, and Raw Materials Planners.
• Coordinate JIT product shipments against customer releases and purchase orders.
• Oversee customer communication including portals, special requests, and escalation of risks.
• Ensure alignment between production schedules, material availability, and customer demand.
• Manage raw material planning activities including coil steel, purchased components, and inbound deliveries.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure targets are met through analysis of shortages/overages.
• Lead coordination of new program launches and program build-outs to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor customer delivery/service performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure material availability supports production requirements.
• Participate in and oversee physical inventories, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Attend and lead daily production and planning meetings.
• Support Receiving operations as needed for material flow and inventory management.
• Develop, train, and evaluate team members within planning and scheduling functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling, inventory control, and material flow.
• Housekeeping and other activities as assigned.

Skills

Production scheduling

Automotive industry experience

JIT inventory systems

Leadership experience

Material planning

Overtime eligibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BA degree preferred

APICS certification preferred

APICS, MRP/MRP II experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all production scheduling, customer contact scheduling, and raw material planning activities.
• Act as primary liaison between customer, production, shipping/receiving, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of quality product on a JIT (Just-In-Time) basis while meeting all customer-specific and inventory requirements.
• Supports Magna Operational Principles and Employee Charter criteria within context and position's scope of work supports EBM’s ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, IATF System, as well as Magna Safety and Magna Environmental Program requirements.
• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Production Schedulers, Customer Contact Schedulers, and Raw Materials Planners.
• Coordinate JIT product shipments against customer releases and purchase orders.
• Oversee customer communication including portals, special requests, and escalation of risks.
• Ensure alignment between production schedules, material availability, and customer demand.
• Manage raw material planning activities including coil steel, purchased components, and inbound deliveries.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure targets are met through analysis of shortages/overages.
• Lead coordination of new program launches and program build-outs to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor customer delivery/service performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure material availability supports production requirements.
• Participate in and oversee physical inventories, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Attend and lead daily production and planning meetings.
• Support Receiving operations as needed for material flow and inventory management.
• Develop, train, and evaluate team members within planning and scheduling functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling, inventory control, and material flow.
• Housekeeping and other activities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in production scheduling, material planning, or inventory control in a manufacturing environment
• Automotive industry experience preferred
• Experience with JIT inventory flow and scheduling systems required
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of material planning, supplier coordination, and production processes
• Ability to work overtime as required

Skills:

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and ERP/MRP systems)
• Ability to access and analyze data from computer systems and networks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good math and analytical skills
• Ability to lead and develop a team
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• BA degree preferred
• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification preferred
• APICS, MRP/MRP II (Material Release Point) experience

Benefits:

• Low-Cost Health Insurance
• Low-Cost Dental Insurance
• + Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Nursing Room
• Tuition Reimbursement and Online Career Development with Free Tuition
• Referral Program - Up to $1,500 per Skill Trade Referral
• Onsite cafeteria
• Serving Hot Breakfast and Lunch
• Self-Checkout Snacks and Drinks
• Market Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Annual Employee and Family Events

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world. Let's create the future of mobility, together.

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Worker Type: Regular / Permanent Group: Cosma International