Objective
Ensure efficient and effective production planning to meet revenue targets, shipment commitments, and on-time delivery performance, aligning manufacturing capacity with customer demand.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) using ERP and advanced planning tools.
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Generate production schedules and dispatch lists aligned with capacity, material availability, and customer requirements.
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Provide monthly shipment forecasts and act as the main point of contact for scheduling with Program Management and Customer Service.
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Monitor production floor conditions (capacity, constraints, issues) and adjust schedules in real time.
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Anticipate demand fluctuations and alert leadership on significant upswings/downsides, enabling proactive planning.
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Prioritize production in coordination with Program Management when constraints in materials, labor, or equipment arise.
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Identify and communicate inconsistencies in BOMs, routings, or system data impacting schedule accuracy.
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Manage and respond to schedule disruptions caused by material shortages or manufacturing issues, minimizing operational impact.
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Collaborate closely with Purchasing and Materials teams to ensure timely material availability.
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Define and document production scheduling rules:
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Line assignments
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Equipment and test constraints
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Setup optimization opportunities
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Product sequencing strategies
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize scheduling processes and tools.
