Production Planner (Lsi)

Summary

Working with all departments to ensure jobs have the necessary material, drawings etc. to be completed on time. Also in charge of planning and preparing production schedules for manufacturing, industrial or commercial products by performing the following duties.

Essential duties and responsibilities

This job description does not imply that these are the only duties performed. Employees occupying this position will be required to follow any other related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

• Drawing up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders

• Analyzes production specifications and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements

• Expedites the fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations through the completion of an order

• Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects

• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions

• Prepares reports

• Prepares lists of required materials, tools and equipment

• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously establish manufacturing sequence and lead times

• Plans sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers.

• Releasing shop orders, items to ship and process returns

• This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

2 - 4 years of production planning experience in a manufacturing environment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Due to federal contract obligations, must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident, or US Person under ITAR

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Does not have any supervisory responsibilities but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions within the organization.

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS

There are no travel expectations for this position

Skills

Language Skills

Able to read, write and comprehend English instructions, correspondence, memos and specifications Must be able to effectively communicate and lead a team of people. Must be able to be part of a team and often a leader of the group.

Communication/Leadership Skills

Must be able to effectively communicate instructions to team(s). Must be able to be responsible role model for all employees in the company. Must be willing to be a leader in the area(s)/department(s) and also work in a team environment with peers.

Mathematical Skills

Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, common fractions and decimals.

Technical Skills

Competently use Microsoft products, have knowledge of material planning system, and general computer skills.

Reasoning Ability

Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Possess the ability to identify problems, deal with them, and work towards a solution.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to pull handles and push buttons. Requirements may also include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Environment*

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Accommodation Request

Astronics LSI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail LSINY.jobs@astronics.com; or call:716-655-0800. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

COVID-19 Considerations

The safety, health and well-being of our employees remains our top priority. Astronics is practicing employee safety precautions while onsite

Compensation

$19.00/hour to $30.00/hour

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.