Sr Planner - Automotive

Job Summary

Job Description

•    Using the Company's MRP/ERP system, execute complex work plans and schedules with new or variable material and capacity requirements.  
•    Support customer requirements within the current build plan.  
•    Monitor the movement of assemblies through the production cycle.  
•    Coordinate the efficient movement of material with purchasing, production and engineering.  
•    Responsible for performing a variety of routing, dispatching and expediting duties necessary to meet production schedules  
•    Interact effectively with production, sales and engineering through status and/or exception reporting.
•    Develop written production schedules for Manufacturing.
•    Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing Techniques
•    Participate on cross-functional improvement teams.
•    Strong analytical skills
 

Education / Qualifications

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

5 years planning experience in related industry

Experience in the automotive or OEM markets is a plus

Strong written and verbal communication skills

APICS certification preferred

Strong analytical skills

Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing Techniques

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Vicor is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability