Master Planner: Sheet metal Fabrication

Position Summary Develops, maintains, and oversees the master schedule to optimize workflow, inventory levels, and capacity. Bridges the gap between sales forecasting and production, ensuring on-time delivery by coordinating materials, staffing, and equipment using our ERP system. Core Responsibilities Production Scheduling: Creates and maintains the master production schedule (MPS) to align with sales forecasts and customer orders. Capacity Planning: Evaluates manufacturing capacity (0-36 months) to determine material and resource requirements. Inventory Management: Monitors inventory levels (raw materials and finished goods) to ensure adequate supply while minimizing excess. Collaboration: Leads or participates in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings with sales, purchasing, and manufacturing teams. Responsible for overseeing the activities of the Expeditor. Continuous Improvement: Identifies and implements process improvements (e.g., Lean, Kaizen) to improve efficiency and on-time delivery (OTD). ERP/Systems Management: Maintains data integrity within ERP systems (JobBOSS, SAP, Epicore) for accurate planning. Key Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or relevant experience in the field. Experience: Previous experience in manufacturing, production planning, or supply chain management. Sheet metal fabrication experience is a bonus. Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (experience with JobBOSS is a bonus) and advanced Excel spreadsheet skills. Certifications: APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) is highly valued. Soft Skills: Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and effective communication to coordinate across departments. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) On-time Delivery (Key contributor) Inventory Turnover / Target Levels Production Plan Accuracy Capacity Utilization Material Allocation You should be proficient in: Leadership / People Management Lean Manufacturing Principles Scheduling Experience Machines & technologies you'll use: ERP Software #J-18808-Ljbffr