Planner

Position:
Planner
Come join a leader for over 160 years in the defense industries!

Company:
Trident Maritime Systems-Heavy Equipment Group

Job Location(s):
Marinette, WI

Start Date:
2 weeks

Employment Term:
Regular

Employment Type:
Full Time

Hours per Week:
40

Work Hours (i.e. shift):
1st

Starting Salary Range:
Not Provided

Required Education:
High School or Equivalent

Required Experience:
1 to 20+ years

Required Security Clearance:
None

Related Categories:
Admin - Secretarial and Office Mgmt, Defense/Military/Intelligence Analysis

Position Description
Summary

We are looking for a Production Planner to organize production according to demand and quality standards. You will be the one to ensure our goods are produced on time for distribution in a profitable manner. This position is located in the shipyard and includes office work and heavy industrial environments.
An excellent production planner is well-versed in production procedures and ways to optimize them. They are organized and results-driven with great problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are very useful for the role. Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production workflow for multiple programs
• Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
• Determine labor estimate, equipment and materials needed to cover production demand
• Release work orders using ERP software accordioning to schedule and production requirements
• Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget
• Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption
• Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.)
• Prepare and submit status and performance reports
• Keep paperwork organized
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, QA, Warehouse, and other staff

Requirements and skills

• Experience as production planner preferred
• Blueprint/drawing knowledge preferred
• Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
• Experience in ERP software
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook/Excel)
• Good at math and statistic skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities
• High school diploma; Further education or certification is preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer of Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities/Affirmative Action Employer.
We comply with Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division.