Master Planner

Master PlannerPlans and prepares production schedules for manufacture of industrial or commercial products by performing the following duties. Coordinates delivery between suppliers, purchasing department, and manufacturing to ensure low cost JIT inventory control for STS as well as effective and efficient production process manufacturing that meets customer schedules.Responsibilities:Draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements.Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.Plans sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers.Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects.Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.Prepares production reports.Prepares lists of required materials, tools, and equipment.Prepares purchase orders to obtain materials, tools, and equipment.Consistently, regularly and dependably at work and on time.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Inventory software and Manufacturing software.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)