OPERATIONAL PLANNER
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Operational Planner is responsible for reading technicaldrawings, allocating parts into kits for production, and ensuring that allnecessary components are available to meet production schedules. This roleinvolves creating requisitions for procurement to purchase parts, addinginternally fabricated items into the production queue, and proactivelypreventing any potential issues in the supply chain. The Operational Plannermust ensure seamless coordination between various teams and respond quickly ifissues arise, while striving to minimize disruptions to the production process.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Readand interpret technical drawings to allocate parts into production kits.
2. Createrequisitions for procurement to purchase required parts and materials.
3. Addinternally fabricated items into the production queue for timely manufacturing.
4. Ensureall parts and materials are available and organized for production needs.
5. Proactivelyidentify potential issues and take preventative actions to avoid delays inproduction.
6. Assistwith troubleshooting and resolving issues related to material shortages orproduction delays.
7. Collaboratewith production, procurement, and engineering teams to ensure a smoothworkflow.
8. Maintainaccurate records of parts allocation and procurement requests.
9. Monitorthe status of parts and materials, ensuring timely availability for production.
10. Continuouslyimprove processes to enhance efficiency and minimize production disruptions.
11. Performsother duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, ETC:
- Bachelor’s degree, HS diploma or GED either of which are coupled with the experience necessary to support the work of this position.
- 2+ years of experience in inventory management, material planning, or supply chain planning.
- Ability to work in a deadline driven environment while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel,PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
2. Familiarity with bill of materials (BOM)management and kit creation.
3. Knowledge of supply chain management,procurement, and production scheduling.
4. Familiarity with inventory management andprocurement processes.
5. Strong problem-solving skills with theability to foresee and prevent production-related issues.
6. Excellent attention to detail andorganizational skills.
7. Strong communication skills to effectivelywork with cross-functional teams.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment is primarily office-based, with regularinteractions with production, procurement, and engineering teams. The rolerequires close attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-pacedenvironment to meet production deadlines. While the position is typically office-based,some flexibility for remote work may be required. Occasional site visits to theproduction floor may be required to assess material availability or resolveissues directly with the production team.
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:
Reports to: Lead OperationalPlanner
Career Path: Lead Operational Planner, Procurement
The above statements areintended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed bypeople assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustivedescription of all work requirements and responsibilities. The job descriptiondoes not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as theneeds of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
