What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Planner position at WEIDMANN Electrical Technology, Inc.?
Join our team, which strives for continuous learning and improvement.
Allow us to introduce ourselves…
We are a globally active family company whose sustainable and responsible actions contribute to improved living standards. We are an attractive employer with a value-oriented corporate culture based on trust, appreciation and continuous improvement.
Weidmann Electrical Technology has been at the heart of the global transformer industry for over 140 years. With deep rooted knowledge in the design, development and operation of transformers, Weidmann is a leading integrated solutions provider for specialized product and services in the energy sector.
The role…
This position will focus on production planning supporting the sales and manufacturing departments by assisting in achieving the daily production objectives.
How you’ll make an impact…
- Plan and schedule workflow for each department and work cell according to established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
- Manage the process of converting sales order demand into production orders.
- Manage production orders and purchasing orders – plan, release, and print orders. Issue jobs and up-to-date schedules to production departments and suppliers.
- Evaluate capacity, output, and lead time. Ensure aggregate production output is enough to meet total actual and forecasted demand for assigned work centers. Advise management of scheduling /capacity issues, and recommend solutions to over-loaded situations.
- Maintain master data files for assigned products.
- Prepare defined work packages, including detailed work instructions, drawings, bills of material, references, inspection requirements, etc., to initiate and control production work.
- Utilize enterprise resource planning system (SAP) to fulfill customer orders. Must be able to become proficient in planning and execution functions in the system.
What do you bring…
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or other related area preferred.
- Previous experience in Operations Planning is preferred.
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and analytical analysis.
- Working knowledge and solid comprehension of SAP or other large-scale ERP system.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving solving, and interpersonal relationship skills are required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- APICS certification preferred.
What do we offer...
- Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your first day
- 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
- Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan (after 1 year), and tuition reimbursement (after 1 year).
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $85,000
