Inventory Specialist / Production Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Fleet Engineers a Tramec Company, is currently seeking an Inventory Specialist / Production Planner for their operations located in Muskegon, MI.

Fleet Engineers is a part of the Tramec family, which has facilities located throughout the United States. Along with competitive pay and a bonus program, we offer medical & RX, dental, vision, life insurance, company matching 401(k), company matching HSA, paid vacations, 10 paid holiday's, EAP, gym credit, $2,000 perfect attendance bonus, $500 referral bonus, on-demand pay, company paid uniforms, RX safety glasses program, work boot program, tuition reimbursement, internal training opportunities, plus much more.

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm but hours could vary based on cycle counting needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, schedules, and determines priorities of job orders. Distributes job travelers to the shop floor.
• Monitor workload and capacity constraints. Expedite operations as needed.
• Works closely with department supervisors in monitoring and resolving production issues.
• Reviews completed job orders to ensure material is issued and quantity is put into inventory before closing.
• Monitor customer forecasts and release jobs accordingly.
• Participates in continuous improvement projects.
• Monitor inventory and ensure optimal customer service to meet customer on time delivery.
• Participate in daily production meeting.
• Identify and resolve problems relating to inventory.
• Conduct daily cycle counts working in conjunction with material handlers.
• Verify inventory counts and compare to the inventory management system records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
• Other duties as assigned by Plant Manager.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior experience as a production planner in manufacturing preferred
• General knowledge of MRP and manufacturing principles
• Flexible and have a willingness to work with changing situations while maintaining a positive attitude
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP system
• Team player to help positively motivate others and support a lean culture