Synergy Manufacturing – Production Planner
Employment: Full-Time, Mon-Fri, 7AM to 4PM
Location: 870 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo, CA
Work at Location: NOT A REMOTE POSITION
Job Description: Synergy Manufacturing is looking to hire an experienced Production Planner to ensure the smooth operation of the Production Schedule. This role involves the planning and scheduling of material and resources to deliver finished product on-time via the Production Schedule while avoiding down-time. This person will need to understand the constraints of a manufacturing environment and be able to communicate effectively between all manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and Sales departments to maintain priorities and quickly resolve issues.
Reports to: Production Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Utilize Synergy’s ERP System to plan, schedule, and coordinate the production of Synergy products by completing the following tasks:
- Create Work Orders (e.g. “jobs”) from the Production workload or as required by Sales and release them to the Production Floor for Kitting
- Update the Production Schedule as jobs are completed and as material becomes available.
- Prepare job routing packets (Work Order groups) and documentation into queues.
- Post and transact completed Work Orders by consuming materials and posting labor and scrap
- Update physical Production Board to accurately match the Production Schedule and what is actually being built.
- Work closely with Production Management to evaluate equipment and labor availability in order to cover production schedule demand and to coordinate solutions to any risks.
- Evaluate raw material needs and risks (shortages) and work closely with Purchasing Department to ensure materials are ordered on time or expedited accordingly.
- Monitor job costs to ensure processes, material, and labor stay within budget or boundaries.
- Review open Sales Orders, monitor inventory levels, and communicate with Sales Department to ensure schedule matches priorities.
- Notify Sales of any schedule impacts to customers.
- Perform other duties as required.
Required Skills and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
- 2+ Years of Material or Production Planning experience in a related industry (e.g. Aerospace, Medical Device Manufacture, Automotive, etc.)
- 2+ Years of experience within a manufacturing business – knowledge of raw materials, production processes, production equipment, quality requirements, etc.
- 2+ Years of in-depth ERP or MRP software use – experience with work orders, schedules, inventory & their parameters, reorder points,
- Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills,
- Able to stand and walk throughout the scheduled 8-hour work shift,
- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills,
- Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word) and ability to write professional emails.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- 5+ Years of Scheduling or Planning experience
- 1+ Years of IQMS (DELMIAWorks Manufacturing) ERP Experience
- Familiarity with blueprints/engineering drawings
- Fundamental understanding of FIFO, Kanban, and visual control/management
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain & Logistics, Business Management, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or similar fields
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Planning & Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Benefits and Compensation:
Semi-Monthly Pay, PTO, 6 Paid Holidays, Health Benefits, SIMPLE IRA Company Match (after 1 year of service).
Wage Range: $21.00 - $38.00/hour, TBD @ Time of interview
About Synergy Manufacturing: Since 2005, Synergy Manufacturing has been an industry innovator and manufacturer of high-end automotive performance components for the Jeep and Dodge Ram platforms. These components are predominantly made in the USA and are primarily for the off-road aftermarket. In addition to suspension systems, Synergy also manufactures a complete line of heavy-duty steering components, axle upgrades, skid plates, and other related products that dramatically improve vehicle on and off-road capability, performance, and appearance.
Please apply by resume and cover letter
NO PHONE CALLS
NO RECRUITER CALLS
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person