Production Planner

MRP Scheduler

At Endress+Hauser, progress happens by working together. As the global leader in measurement instrumentation, our ~17.000 employees shape the future in the field of process automation. Whether developing and realizing new technology as a team, collaborating to build instrumentation, or strengthening vital relationships with countless global industries, we work to create trusted relationships that help everyone thrive. As a family-owned company, we look beyond short-term moves and work to create a vision that is forward-thinking for our people, our clients, and the world at large.   

What is the role about? 

The MRP Scheduler, reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, is responsible for developing and optimizing production plans to align with company goals, customer demand, and capacity constraints. This role ensures efficient resource utilization and maintains supply chain integrity. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, assertive, vocal, forward-thinking, and an ambitious self-starter with a strong understanding of MRP and ERP systems, as well as manufacturing processes.

 

Which tasks will you perform? 

You will: 

• Release work order packages to shop floor based on sales orders or other demand triggers.
• Determines production priorities. Reviews all customers expedite requests and proposed orders booked at less than lead-time to balance production capability and business plan objectives with customer needs.
• Update and maintain accurate planning information and parameters in MRP System to drive accurate demand and information.
• Daily monitoring of work in process and analyze production data to identify and communicate. potential bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Resolve material & component shortages and create requisitions in as needed.
• Responsible for assuring that the promised dates booked to the customer are attained.
• Coordinate with procurement and inventory management teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Collaborate with cross functional groups, such as Supply Chain, Production, Industrial Engineering and Quality to resolve issues that might potentially impact on-time delivery.
• Applies and may lead continuous improvement initiatives to resolve moderately complex issues or process improvements
• Collects and provides KPI’s and historic data to support metrics to inform planning decisions and create visibility to drive site improvements.

 
What do we expect from you? 

You: 

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years in production planning and scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in sophisticated planning and scheduling software such as SAP.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of production processes and supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. 
• Ability to effectively assess, lead, and implement continuous improvement methods (e.g., pull systems, Kanban)
• Capability working with Microsoft Office; proficient in Excel formulas, look-ups and pivot tables.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• APICS certified in Planning & Inventory Management.
• Being Self-Motivated and relying on own strengths to accomplish goals.
• Ability to build team through respect and taking justifiable risks. Implementing feedback when areas of need are identified.
• Capacity to uplift oneself and infuse positive energy to reach shared objectives. 

 

What can you expect from us? 

• Continuously increase knowledge of assigned area to support in prioritizing goals.
• Family-owned, highly committed global company with a sustainable vision of the future.
• Lifelong learning encouraged by versatile training, tuition reimbursement, success coaching, and further education opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefit package (to include medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) savings with company match. 
• Compensation is competitive and includes bonus opportunities.
• Work-life balance encouraged through our 10 company-paid holidays, paid time off, employee assistance programs (financial, mental, and physical health and wellbeing), and employee discounts.
• Employees work in a safety-first, climate controlled, clean manufacturing facility with utilization of Lean practices and ergonomic workstations to enhance productivity and comfort.