Southwire Production Planner

Company: Southwire
Location: Flower Mound
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our commitment to delivering quality and service to our customers, exercising environmental stewardship, enhancing the well-being of our employees and giving back to the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible? Location: Denton Shift: [[Shift]] Starting Pay Rate: [[custom_Min]] Southwire Job DescriptionJob Title: Production PlannerLocation: Denton, TXReport To: Materials ManagerThis individual is responsible for scheduling various work centers to meet customer requirements derived from the master production schedule. This person will also be accountable for managing the inventory levels of work in process items both purchased and manufactured. Description of Duties and Responsibilities:--- Using various IT systems such as SAP and MES (ADVARIS or ShopFloor) to determine products and quantities to manufacture on the most efficient production equipment. --- Be able to analyze actual loading vs. capacity and identify bottlenecks as well as under-load situations.--- Responsible for maintaining customer service levels at acceptable levels by scheduling production in an efficient manner.--- Procurement of raw materials utilizing SAP and ProcureIt to support the master production schedule.--- Support the policies and procedures of Logistics Group.--- Must understand manufacturing work flows in all areas of the plant.--- Responsible for reviewing WIP levels to keep obsolete inventory at a minimum.--- Coordinate production schedules and accommodate priority requirements.--- Must support the production departments and work closely with the supervisors in the plant.--- Coordinate the workflow for manufacturing operations from quoting items until the material has been completed and entered into finished goods ready to ship.--- Must support monthly inventory Qualifications and Experience Requirements: --- Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business, Computer Science, or related engineering field required along with 3+ years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience--- Strong analytical skills.--- Must be proficient in Word, Excel and other software products and have a very good aptitude for information systems.--- Must have excellent verbal and written skills along with exceptional interpersonal skills. CompetenciesNimble LearningCustomer FocusPlans and AlignsCollaboratesBalances StakeholdersAction OrientedBenefits We Offer:401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)Medical Insurance Package if Working 30 Hours per Week Flexible Work Schedule - up to 30 hours per WeekEmployee Assistance Program Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities & More Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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