Magna International Inc. Bowling Green , OH 43403
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Number: 66087
Group: Cosma International
Division: Vehtek Systems Inc
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: BOWLING GREEN
Group Description
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Summary of Responsibilities
The Materials Planner is accountable and responsible to support the master schedule by scheduling suppliers utilizing the MRp system to meet customer demands in a timely and cost effective manner. The Materials Planner is responsible for ensuring 100% on-time delivery from the VehTek supply base and for tracking supplier performance metrics.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and essential duties required to successfully perform this job.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plan and schedule work flow according to previously established manufacturing sequence and lead time
Schedule and release steel purchased components and all sub-contract suppliers
Ensure inventory accuracy and manage inventory internally and at subcontract locations
Work closely with Purchasing Manager and Logistics Department to ensure smooth and timely flow of raw materials and work in process to meet customer shipping requirements
Maintain effective communication to applicable departments on all shifts pertaining to schedules
Confer with department leaders and managers to determine status of assigned projects
Expedite operations to meet unforeseen conditions
Participate in problem solving and continual improvement activities
Perform weekly releases, forecasts and perform analyses of customer demand and supplier requirements
Prepare schedules to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders
Exercise high degree of independent decision making regarding organizing and performing work to meet customer requirements
Responsible for optimum scheduling of production to meet demand, forecasting future needs, resolving internal and external problems, and communicating effectively with both customers and suppliers.
Complete correspondence, forms and reports through the PC and current MRP software
Ensure 100% on-time delivery from all suppliers
Enter and maintain Logistics complaints in QPF database and ensure that suppliers respond timely to comply with all MAFACT requirements
Follows the principles of the Magna Employee Charter
Lead by example with 5S wearing of PPE, safety and housekeeping practices
Promote and facilitate Open Door process, effective communication and Fair Treatment
Participate in Continual Improvement activities
Adhere to customer requirements, Quality Operating System(QOS) and company policies
Perform other duties as assigned
Adhere to and support the Environmental Management System per ISO-14001 requirements and Federal Regulations
Leader Health & Safety Responsibilities
Understand your responsibility for health, safety and environmental in the workplace.
Cooperate with OSHA/State OSHA inspectors.
Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment.
Follow all safety rules.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
Will not remove or make ineffective any protective device such as a guard, light curtain, etc.
Will not use or operate any machine or equipment that the team member is not trained to operate.
Will not use or operate any machine or equipment in a manner that may endanger any team member including themselves.
Qualifications
Able to accept responsibility for substantial impact of decisions on production, costs, schedules and customer satisfaction
Able to demonstrate understanding of how job performance affects product quality and customer satisfaction
Able to work well with others; build and maintain positive team member relations
Able to prepare, read and interpret written reports, instructions, procedures and guidelines
Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from leadership, team members, suppliers and customers
Able to maintain confidentiality, and use discretion and tact
Able to manage and schedule multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Able to calculate figures and amounts, such as rate, ratio, percentages and proportions
Able to calculate capacity and efficiency
Able to use computer and software as required
Able to apply synchronous manufacturing and continuous improvement principles and methods
Able to work flexible and additional hours as required to support all shifts
Able to travel
Education, Skills and Experience Required
Minimum of four years prior experience in a manufacturing environment in either a scheduling or purchasing position is required
Bachelor's degree is preferred
Excellent computer skills to include thorough knowledge of a MRP system (CMS is preferred)
APICS certification preferred
Work Environment
Office and manufacturing plant floor, characterized by temperature extremes, loud noise and considerable tow motor traffic
The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with team members, leadership, customers and suppliers.
Must be able to attend planning and training meetings as required
Other Considerations
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the team member occupying this position. Team members will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their direct leader.
A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other team members.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
Company Information
Vehtek Systems (a division of Magna International) is located in Bowling Green, Ohio. Vehtek is a Class A automotive stamping and assembly facility manufacturing automotive body system components for GM, Ford, Stellantis, Honda and other aftermarket customers. We operate a 500,000 square foot facility with approximately 1,000 employees. We offer a market competitive wage and benefit package including a 401(k) with company match, 3 levels of PPO medical, dental and vision insurance (eligible after 30 days), profit sharing program, and numerous other benefits including paid time off, holidays, and others.
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