Production Planner Jobs in Massachusetts

Job Title: Sr. Production Planner/Scheduler Company: ENTEGEE Engineering Tech Grp. Location: Gloucester, MA Description: Summary This is a senior level position in our clients Production Control Department. Requires a proven ability to analyze and improve business processes yielding gains in productivity and efficiency. To manage the inventory and efficiency metrics are achieved through requirement planning and monitoring, material control and ERP/MRP system data integrity. Responsibilities·         Work with manufacturing to develop and implement initiatives to reduce production cycle time.·         Develop actions to reduce shortages at machine laydown and prepare "can build" optimization.·         Develop effective outsourcing plans with manufacturing and procurement.·         Ensure Bill of materials (BOM) and production routings are accurate and up to date in reflection to current practice.·         Ensure accuracy of all other ERP/MRP system data such as requirements plan, item master and cost.·         Liaise with purchasing to ensure materials are delivered in line with production requirements.·         Assist with New Product Introduction projects from a planning / material point of view.·         Actively participate in lean activities to drive improvements across the site.·         Configure, analyze and actively drive improvements on relevant key performance indicators.·         Monitor customer service through reports and drive two way communications with internal customers.·         Manage and drive inventory reduction through pull systems, inventory counts and data management.Proficiency in Microsoft Office ExcelAbility to take initiative in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and organizational skills, great attention to detailAbility to work under pressure to meet deadlinesExperience in a "pull/kanban" environment a definite plus.Experience using automated materials management systems (MRP) to manage production activity in a discrete assembly environment.Five to ten years experience in production/material control activities in an electronic manufacturing environment.Knowledge of SAP preferred; APICS Certification a plus.Bachelor degree in business, management, technical, or related field.

Job Title: Production Scheduler Company: DYNAVAC Location: Hingham, MA Description: PRODUCTION SCHEDULER  Primary Role Scheduling and planning functions. Analyzes, assesses and manages complex, cross-functional integrated project schedules, creates and manages implementation plans and processes.  Evaluates internal strategic needs relative to resource planning. Schedules and manages all projects from receipt of the order through shipment. Works very closely with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and installation managers to schedule all resources to meet the promised delivery dates. Duties and Responsibilities: 1.      Create and maintain schedules for all jobs.2.      Create and execute production plans and revisions as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.3.      Monitors project performance and coordinates efforts to meet the schedule. Must be able to resolve schedule conflicts as they arise and prepare a project recovery schedule when needed.4.      Develops and manages capacity planning and scheduling tools to help identify bottlenecks, drive manufacturing and engineering level loading and continuous flow of work.5.      Increase manufacturing and engineering productivity and resource utilization through active capacity resource planning.6.      Ensure business system data integrity and accuracy.7.      Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors. Requirements: 1.      Must have strong knowledge and understanding in schedule concepts manufacturing systems, and capacity planning.2.      Must have excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office products. Experience with MS Project a plus.3.      Excellent organizational and communications skills – both verbal and written.4.      Must be a team player who is willing to cooperate with and consider input from other areas of the business.

Job Title: PRODUCTION SCHEDULER Company: MicroTech Location: Springfield, MA Description: PRODUCTION SCHEDULER/ ORDER EXPEDITOR Energetic and Self-Driven individual to provide weekly production scheduling, work closely with all areas of the busness to coordinate expedites and provide feedback to management areas of concern. Monitor daily schedules to isnure delivery dates are met. Necessary skills include: working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, Solid Microsoft Word & Excel experience, and 2-4 yrs exp. in a fast-paced manaufacturing facility. Please respond by US Mail, resume only, no phone calls, to; Micro Tek, 36 Justin Drive, Chicopee, MA. 01022

Job Title: Master Production Planner - Andover, MA Company: MKS Instruments Location: Andover, MA Description: Master Production Planner – Andover, MA Position Summary: Master Production Planner is responsible for scheduling manufacturing operations to meet customer demand while carrying minimum effective inventory. This position schedules operations in such a manner to effectively use system capacity, workforce and other resources. This position will use sales forecasts to develop production and inventory targets by month for the next twelve month period. This position will communicate and work with Operations, Sales, R&D, Purchasing and Finance groups to meet business goals. This position will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Master Production Schedule as it relates to the forecasted demand, production inventory changes, and overall handling of all customer demand. Position details: ·        Develops monthly executable Master Schedules and plans consistent with the business objectives·        Liaison between the demand and supply sides of the business·        Prepare data for presentation to senior management using system downloads and Excel·        Develops and maintains Planning BOMs for Product Group, Spare Parts, and Service requirements·        Provides Operations with detailed MPS plans and schedules by product·        Tracks production output to plan and report as required ·        Participates in development teams for new products and processes ·        Assists in capacity planning of manufacturing.   Position Requirements: ·        7-10 years in advanced planning and master scheduling within a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment ·        Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or equivalent work experience  ·        Experience with Sales and Operations Planning; prior experience working with sales forecasts  ·        APICS certification and Lean Manufacturing experience desired ·        Experience/working knowledge with Oracle ERP, MDS systems and planning BOMs.·        Solid Excel skills, including pivot tables, required·        Must be able to prioritize projects effectively ·        Demonstrated ability to manage, lead, and participate in cross-functional teams.·        Ability to effectively communicate (written, verbal, and presentation) with all levels of the organization.·        Self-motivated to develop solutions to a variety of complex problems MKS Instruments, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all jobs posted are open to all employees without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex or handicap, or any other protected category For immediate consideration, please submit resume and cover letter to Register to View and include Master Production Planner in the Subject line of email transmittal.