Short Range Planner

Description

Short Range Planner (Fill & Assembly)

The Short Range Planner (SRP) is responsible for executing the 1-6 week production plan within the Fill & Assembly (F&A) manufacturing operation. This role serves as the primary link between Master Production Scheduling (MPS) and plant execution by translating supply plans into actionable production schedules that maximize output, optimize resource utilization, and support customer service objectives.

The SRP manages production sequencing, resolves capacity and material constraints, reacts to forecast and supply volatility, and works cross-functionally to ensure execution of the production plan. The role requires close coordination with Operations, Materials Management, Quality Assurance, Warehouse, and MPS to maintain schedule attainment and minimize disruption to manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Production Scheduling & Execution

• Execute the 1-6 week production plan received from MPS.

• Develop and maintain finite production schedules for Fill & Assembly resources.

• Sequence production to optimize line efficiency, changeovers, equipment utilization, and service performance.

• Release and maintain production orders to support manufacturing execution.

• Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans as operational conditions change.

• Manage production priorities and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders.

Capacity & Constraint Management

• Review factory capacity utilization and identify potential production constraints.

• Analyze resource availability, labor, equipment, and production capacity to ensure schedule feasibility.

• Escalate risks and develop mitigation plans to maintain supply commitments.

• Support decisions regarding overtime, sequencing changes, and alternative production strategies.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Operations to ensure production priorities are aligned and executed.

• Collaborate with Material Planners and Schedulers to confirm material availability.

• Work closely with Quality Assurance to manage product disposition and minimize schedule disruption.

• Coordinate with Warehouse and Receiving teams to ensure smooth execution of the production plan.

• Provide consolidated supply updates and communicate risks to stakeholders and leadership.

Planning Processes & Meetings

• Lead planning activities associated with the executional planning horizon.

• Participate in CDPS and production meetings to align on priorities, sequencing, capacity, and risks.

• Support weekly planning handoffs and planning review processes.

• Review production performance and attainment metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Monitor planning alerts and resolve exceptions impacting production execution.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive improvements in planning processes, production sequencing, and schedule attainment.

• Analyze production data and provide fact-based recommendations to improve operational performance.

• Identify opportunities to reduce changeovers, increase throughput, and improve service levels.

• Support implementation of planning tools, reporting enhancements, and operational best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, Economics, or a related field preferred.

• 2+ years of experience in supply chain planning, production scheduling, manufacturing operations, or related field.

• Experience working within a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Exposure to finite scheduling, production sequencing, capacity planning, or supply planning processes preferred.

• Experience utilizing ERP or planning systems such as SAP, o9, APO, Kinaxis, or similar tools preferred

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and respond effectively to changing business needs.

• Strong organizational skills and ownership mentality.

• Ability to build collaborative relationships across Operations, Materials, Quality, Warehouse, and Supply Planning functions.

• Results-oriented with a focus on execution and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].