Production Control Senior Specialist

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a HondaHonda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!Job PurposeThe NAPC Production Planner B is responsible for scheduling and planning production related to FRM, PT, Service or In-house lines in order to meet the overall company Seihan Strategy. The Production Planner B will evaluate the overall plan and assess and create optimal production plans that support both I/H departments and supply chain departments. Production Planner B is responsible to set model rotations and assign new models accordingly. Production Planner B will engage with internal Depts and External customers to confirm line setting meets the needs of the customer. Production Planner B will be responsible to train new Production Planner A members and support key questions from Production Planner A to provide direction. Production Planner B will backup Group Leads as needed. Planner B will be responsible to manage and lead key projects and themes within unit and evaluate Planner A input into project support and themes.Key AccountabilitiesEvaluate, Create, manage and train certain associates on daily / weekly / monthly schedules in appropriate softwareCreate Midterm and Ki schedules thru evaluation of optimal planningResponsible to training and guiding Production Planner A associatesResponsible to manage and lead key unit projects and themes as well as evaluate Planner A inputs into the projectsCommunicate production volumes and model mix strategies to internal / external partiesNegotiate optimal schedules with In-house department to meet service sales needsProvide new model trial event management as assignedManage invoicing and inventory balancesSchedule and coordinate production weekend activity for the plantQualifications, Experience, and SkillsMinimum Educational Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent relevant experienceMinimum Experience:2-6yrs work experience based on educationOther Job-Specific Skills:OrganizedMicrosoft ProficientDetail-orientedProblem solvingJob DimensionsNo. of Direct Reports: 0No. of Indirect Reports: 0Financial Dimensions: 0Decisions ExpectedFor lines managed, determine optimal production plan considering In/House and Out-source constraintsDetermine proper inventory levels for service and in-house for judgement on production planningJudge if a line needs to run overtime to meet demand needs.Ensure customers such as sales or in/house, ENG or FRM plants understand direction of lines managedProviding accurate direction to Production Planner A associates to ensure goals are met on the key themes and projects within the unitWhen acting as GL backup make appropriate decisions to internal and external stakeholdersWorking ConditionsOpen office environmentSome travel may be required3 ~ 5 hours of OT weeklyWhat differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?Total Rewards:Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)Paid OvertimeRegional Bonus (when applicable)Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdownCompany Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401K Plan with company match + additional contributionRelocation assistance (if eligible)Career Growth:Advancement OpportunitiesCareer Mobility Education Reimbursement for Continued LearningTraining and Development programs Additional Offerings:Tuition Assistance & Student Loan RepaymentLifestyle AccountChildcare Reimbursement AccountElder Care SupportWellbeing ProgramCommunity Service and Engagement ProgramsProduct ProgramsHonda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.Job SummaryJob number: 12373Profession: Supply Chain