Production Planning & Control Assistant Manager

Description

• Act as a liaison between customers and production to ensure the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between or within departments
• Planning, preparing, issuing, and controlling production schedules and material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements
• Forecasting production and customer demands
• Dealing with unique circumstances and special requests
• Problem solving in regards to shipping errors, material shortage, new project launches, and cancellation of orders
• Analyzing inventory usage, scrap, and shrinkage
• Oversee activities of production and operating employees under the direction of the Manager
• Develop short- to mid-term strategies to meet business objectives for Hoshin
• Execute decisions based on business conditions in congruence with corporate vision
• Gather and analyze information from work sites to identify root causes in resolving business issues
• Employ 8-Step Problem Solving to resolve problems for continual improvement
• Direct and assign work schedules, assignments, tasks, and duties
• Monitor results and processes to proactively maximize production and eliminate waste
• Prepare departmental reports and present them to Manager and/or executive management
• Complete necessary documentation, such as status changes, time-off requests, and performance evaluations
• Work with Human Resources Manager to identify and interview potential employees for job positions
• Interpret work orders, specifications, and company policies and procedures for employees
• Collaborate with other Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders, and team members in sharing information to address business needs
• Assist Manager in developing and implementing standard work instructions

Other Job Functions

• Comply with FIC’s Safety policies and procedures
• Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures and standards
• Perform 5-S activities

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in production control or inventory control is required
• Production scheduling/planning and buying experience required
• Minimum of 2+ years of leadership experience within a production planning and control department
• Prior manufacturing experience
• ERP, Word, and Excel are required
• Knowledgeable in shipping, receiving, order selection, and logistics
• Experience in production planning and raw material scheduling in a lean environment
• Experience in managing both internal and external supply chain
• Strong customer relations skill set, project management skills, and process development skills
• ISO/TS knowledge is preferred
• Must have proficient oral and written communication skills
• Must be willing to cross-train
• Perform other duties assigned
• The above description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned

90% Company Paid Health Benefits!

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Short-term disability paid by employer
• Optional long-term disability and additional life insurance
• 401k company match
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid

About FIC America Corp.

Established in 1994, we have been in Carol Stream, IL from the beginning and added an additional facility in Bloomingdale, IL. A Japanese owned manufacturer of stamped and welded products, supplying the automotive industry with performance auto parts, related to emissions, fuel, and exhaust.