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Production Operations Planner
DivergentUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Jun 2024
About the role
Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector.
Purpose of Job:As Divergent scales our production operations to support larger vehicle volumes, we are developing focused tools in rapidly expanding production demands. This role will lead the implementation of key tools in managing production schedules, demand planning and capacity planning. To ensure success in this role, you should have a deep understanding of business management, production operations, a lean six-sigma background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple teams.
Essential Job Functions and Performance Standards:1)Manage inventory level targets, reviewing line of balances, aligning demand supply signals and allocations, maintaining product master data and developing expertise in developing in-house systems and reports2)Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing to a well thought out plan that fulfills the needs of the product3)Execute material resource planning (MRP) planning messages for production parts4)Be the “go to” resource for engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and new product introduction teams when make vs. buy, part setup, BOM, traceability requirements and lead times, etc.5)Proactively update management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues6)Execute MRP planning messages for production parts7)Analyze supply data and report metrics8)Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations9)Act as subject matter expert on proprietary enterprise software systems and lead initiatives to improve feature sets and workflows10)Develop conventions and process templates to drive standardization of planning effort
Work Environment:Regular office environment, also frequent interaction with manufacturing operations.
Requirements:
Education:•Bachelor's degree in business management, process control management, or similar.
Licenses/Certificates:•Preferred green belt in DfSS and/or lean Six Sigma.
Experience:•4-6 years' experience in part planning, process improvements and scheduling in the automotive or aerospace industry•Ability to coordinate projects and lead multiple teams•Exceptional written and verbal communication skills•Experience with computer aided manufacturing software
Skills:•Use of JIRA software (preferred)•Advanced knowledge of business management software•Excellent analytical, organizational and troubleshooting skills•Report and procedure writing skills•Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet company needs•Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment•Urgency to complete and improve repeated tasks that will require expertise and attention to detail
Physical Demands:•Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of time. •The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the office and warehouse to execute work efficiently•The person in this position frequently communicates with his team and other teams that need testing to ensure smooth operation.
What You’ll Get :
Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions. Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time. Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind. Investment in Growth:<
Purpose of Job:As Divergent scales our production operations to support larger vehicle volumes, we are developing focused tools in rapidly expanding production demands. This role will lead the implementation of key tools in managing production schedules, demand planning and capacity planning. To ensure success in this role, you should have a deep understanding of business management, production operations, a lean six-sigma background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple teams.
Essential Job Functions and Performance Standards:1)Manage inventory level targets, reviewing line of balances, aligning demand supply signals and allocations, maintaining product master data and developing expertise in developing in-house systems and reports2)Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing to a well thought out plan that fulfills the needs of the product3)Execute material resource planning (MRP) planning messages for production parts4)Be the “go to” resource for engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and new product introduction teams when make vs. buy, part setup, BOM, traceability requirements and lead times, etc.5)Proactively update management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues6)Execute MRP planning messages for production parts7)Analyze supply data and report metrics8)Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations9)Act as subject matter expert on proprietary enterprise software systems and lead initiatives to improve feature sets and workflows10)Develop conventions and process templates to drive standardization of planning effort
Work Environment:Regular office environment, also frequent interaction with manufacturing operations.
Requirements:
Education:•Bachelor's degree in business management, process control management, or similar.
Licenses/Certificates:•Preferred green belt in DfSS and/or lean Six Sigma.
Experience:•4-6 years' experience in part planning, process improvements and scheduling in the automotive or aerospace industry•Ability to coordinate projects and lead multiple teams•Exceptional written and verbal communication skills•Experience with computer aided manufacturing software
Skills:•Use of JIRA software (preferred)•Advanced knowledge of business management software•Excellent analytical, organizational and troubleshooting skills•Report and procedure writing skills•Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet company needs•Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment•Urgency to complete and improve repeated tasks that will require expertise and attention to detail
Physical Demands:•Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of time. •The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the office and warehouse to execute work efficiently•The person in this position frequently communicates with his team and other teams that need testing to ensure smooth operation.
What You’ll Get :
Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions. Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time. Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind. Investment in Growth:<
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