JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demands and achieve production targets.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure seamless workflows and address scheduling conflicts.
• Adjust production schedules to accommodate changing priorities, holidays, environmental constraints, or unexpected disruptions.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates and inventory accuracy, to assess and improve scheduling effectiveness.
• Utilize MRP tools such as Oracle and Omega to generate and analyze production plans and material requirements.
• Maintain and update data in the ERP system, including dates and lead times, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the ERP system to maintain operational efficiency.
• Generate detailed reports and analyze data using tools like Power BI or Excel to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Create, issue, review, and close work orders in the ERP system.
• Ensure accurate documentation of materials and labor for all work orders.
• Monitor work order progress to meet deadlines and customer expectations.
• Foster effective communication with internal teams, external organizations, and customers via meetings, emails, and other communication channels.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to schedule and expedite custom parts.
• Establish and communicate shipping dates for customer orders.
• Lead or actively participate in daily/weekly production meetings to align schedules and address challenges.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements in materials and production planning.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as ISO 9001 or OSHA guidelines.
• Adhere to all HSE and Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational goals.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Oracle, Omega) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address planning and scheduling challenges.
• Experience with additional tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SQL for reporting and analytics is preferred.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or control; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Factory environment includes exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Travel less than 10%

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and ability to work under pressure.
• Leadership and influencing skills to foster collaboration across teams.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Basic math and writing skills.
• Ability to adapt and be cross trained to learn all job duties as required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read drawings, instructions or repair and assembly operations.
• Strong data analysis skills

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:



We offer a competitive benefits package starting first date of employment that includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K savings plan, paid time-off, and starting at 3 weeks of vacation!



For more specifics, please visit our benefits page https://usbenefits.nov.com/