Production Planner

Planner Position at Smith & WessonPlanner will be responsible for the daily development of an issue plan to support the production plan of firearms at Smith & Wesson. Responsible for ensuring released production plans can be fulfilled based upon on hand component levels. The job will require frequent interaction with Procurement, Cell Coordinators and Team Leaders in various departments to ensure the production plan is feasible and to adjust the plan as a result of unexpected changes in component supply. Planner will work closely with the Inventory Control team to ensure inventory accuracy.Essential duties include the following - other duties may be assigned:Responsible for acting on order releases action and exception messages from the system.Plans and manages production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company's productive capacity while keeping inventory levels to the minimum required.Responsible for the management of inventory levels, schedules and availability of selected item, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.Release Planned Orders for production material and floor stock items to support the business unit.Interface with Engineering, manufacturing personnel, the Purchasing Department and Supervisors on material status and production planning issues.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required or 3 years of experience in manufacturing or planningStrong analytical skills, strong judgment and problem analysis techniquesMust be collaborative, able to foster an environment of open communication and team workOrganized and capable of planning and carrying out multiple related activitiesAPICS certification a plusLanguage Skills:Must have strong command of the English language, both verbal and written communicationsComputer Skills:Proficient with Microsoft Office applicationsSAP knowledge a plusTraining Requirements:Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and positionParticipate in and follow all company initiativesParticipate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen events, 5S, etc)Physical Demands:Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walkMust be able to lift up to 30 poundsPersonal Protective Equipment & Work Environment:Safety glasses with side shields when on factory floorThe use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwearAll employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasksMay be required depending on position:Annual vision updates in Medical DepartmentInvolvement in the hearing conservation programWearing of safety certified shoes/bootsNormal office environment conditionsWithin the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lightingWork environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting