Planner Scheduler

Description:

Under the direct supervision of the Master Scheduler and Inventory Control Manager, the Planner/Scheduler develops and coordinates internal and subcontract build schedules to ensure production and development deadlines are met. This role is integral to the Planning and Supply Chain team, supporting a range of planning and scheduling activities, and works closely with the Director of Wafer Management to ensure subcontract execution aligns with the overall build plan. The position operates in a manufacturing environment, supporting Materials, Production, Engineering, Project Management, Sales, and Quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Scheduling & Build Planning

Develop, monitor, and prioritize internal and subcontract build schedules based on need date and capacity, addressing obstacles that could impact on-time delivery

Schedule subcontract processes (wafer processing, routing, wire bonding) to support build plans

Identify capacity limitations and communicate them to management to ensure plans remain achievable

Manage daily transactions in the MRP system to maintain system integrity and alignment

Subcontractor & WIP Management

Communicate with subcontractors on schedules, priorities, and serial number tracking

Manage the flow of inventory and WIP between Seek and outside processing vendors, including daily tracking across multiple external suppliers

Identify potential WIP bottlenecks and develop recovery plans

Coordinate and expedite the flow of parts, sub-assemblies, and materials to work areas to meet production schedules and customer commitments

Manage defective material by scheduling second runs or following up on dispositions

Materials & Inventory

Communicate supply chain shortages and their urgency to Purchasing and Manufacturing

Analyze inventory variances and follow up on corrective actions to avoid stock-outs or excess materials

Manage consumable inventory, including ongoing review of re-order points

Support shipping and receiving to ensure inventory is properly transacted

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

Identify and execute continuous improvement activities

Maintain and update manufacturing reporting tools

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Solid fundamental understanding of MRP principles, manufacturing workflow, capacity planning, and supply chain

• Complete understanding of assigned products, with emphasis on scheduling constraints

• Knowledgeable of production requirements relating to processes, machines, and people

• Ability to make decisions and evaluate constraints within the production plan

• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously

• Able to interface tactfully and proactively across departments - especially Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, and Engineering - and with multiple external suppliers

• Able to communicate and present analyses, insights, and recommendations clearly, tailoring the message to different audiences

• Understanding of ERP systems (NetSuite a plus) and multi-layer BOMs

• Proficient with MS Excel and Smartsheet

• Detail-oriented, with a focus on quality, accuracy, and precision

Requirements:

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in an electro-mechanical assembly production environment

• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in planning/scheduling preferred

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

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