Production Planner

Pay Rate:

$52,250.00 - $78,375.00

Production Planner

Status: Exempt (salaried)

Department: Operations

Position Summary
The Production Planner plays a key role in developing and coordinating product build schedules for Manufacturing Operations while also working closely with Supply Chain to ensure continuity of material supply so Plug Power can meet established production schedules. This role is critical to ensure that the business is operating to meet product delivery commitments to our customers. The Production Planner must be highly skilled at working with cross-functional departments to coordinate efforts and clear roadblocks which may interfere with the production schedule. The ideal candidate for this position should be experienced in scheduling and coordination within a technology manufacturing operation, while possessing the ability to help drive on-time delivery of quality products to customers.

Principle Accountabilities

Manages release of work orders for on-time delivery of customer orders.
Continuity of material supply to meet production demand.
Manage EDO and ECN release process into production.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Direct coordination with Production Supervisors and Cell Team Leads.
Manage material shortages with Production and Supply Chain teams.
Maintains metrics/KPI’s for team performance and continuous improvement.
Plan and coordinate production schedules for materials and various assemblies.
Work closely with supply chain to ensure materials needed to meet production schedules are on-hand and consistent with quality specifications.
Manage the work order process from start to finish in order to meet the customer required delivery dates in the master schedule and all documentation to match for quarter closings and yearly audits.
Partner with engineering to manage deviations to the standard material requirements for a given build.
Identify, prepare, submit, and oversee Avante (ERP system) change requests and process improvements.
Introduce process improvement initiatives to Operations and other related business processes which help to drive efficiencies, reduce operating costs, and increase inventory and documentation accuracy.
Assist the production and warehouse team members in non-routine investigations of inventory issues in order to identify root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Work with Production and Warehouse Managers to control materials usage, maintain inventory accuracy and ensure schedule conformance.
Always represent Plug Power in a professional manner and in all interactions.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

BS degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or other relevant field of study and/or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; preferred experience in a scheduling capacity for a technology product line.
ASCM certifications preferred.
Lean, Six Sigma green belt or black belt preferred.
Experience and proficiency with ERP systems; Avante experience preferred.
Microsoft Office product experience and proficiency – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access.
Data mining skills with the ability to develop analytics for specific measurements.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team atmosphere.
Strong interpersonal skills and communication abilities.
Strong organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills along with attention to detail a must.
Demonstrated proficiency with project management.
Role model for high standards of professionalism.
Results-oriented and driven work style.
Excellent task-oriented follow-through.

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

✓ Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply.

✓ The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.

✓ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire

✓ 401(k) with 5% company match

✓ Bonus eligibility

✓ Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time

✓ Paid Holidays

✓ Wellness Reimbursement Program

✓ Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement

✓ Employee Referral program

✓ Employee Assistance Program

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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INDUSTRY

Energy & Utilities

TEAM SIZE

201-500

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Latham, NY

DATE POSTED

June 9, 2023