SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST - Materials Planner / Scheduler

We are seeking a Supply Chain Analyst supporting the procurement of material and planning of supplies for our production facility. Work is completed on-site at our modern manufacturing facility located just east of the US 12 - US 31 Bypass, 10 miles North of South Bend.

We encapsulate glass with an injection molding process and assemble windows for the automotive original equipment manufacturer customer – so most of the materials fall in the categories of bulk plastics; chemicals; and components such as clips and labels.

With a broad range of customers and investments in new technology and new model launches you can unleash your potential with us!

Looking for a stable job opportunity? APPLY TODAY We have a great book of business with some of the top selling vehicles in the US and the exceptional glass that ensures our operations are secure.

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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a fantastic 401k that DOUBLES your personal contribution, great Anthem benefits; generous vacation and these other great perks:

Onsite Nurse; Onsite FREE fitness center; 12 Paid Holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years; Paid Medical Leave; South Bend Cubs Tickets; Site Performance Bonus Program; Birthday and Anniversary Awards; Veteran's Day recognition; Tuition Reimbursement including Graduate Degrees; Onsite Convenience Store; FREE meals and other monthly recognition events; Safe, Secure and Clean Work Environment; Annual Raises; Employee Suggestion Program with prizes; Family Atmosphere - Respectful - Community Activities; FREE Safety toed shoes / boots; Environmentally Friendly Reduce - Reuse - Recycle; FREE coffee Fridays; MORE!

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Job Title: Supply Chain Analyst – Materials Scheduler Level: J

Reports To: Materials Manager Location: Niles, MI

Department: Materials Employees Supervised: 1-3

Remote Work: No

Purpose: Prepare and monitor releases (firm and forecast) of required material from direct and indirect suppliers according to customer requirements. Continuously analyze and maintain accurate min/max levels for direct and indirect materials, including safety stock, while maintaining inventory budget/targets.

Essential Functions:

• Manage accurate SAP and Direct Material Planning tool parameters, including but not limited to material master records, BOMs and routings.
• Maintain open communication and follow-up with suppliers, manufacturing and support personnel, to assure manufacturing and inventory plans are clearly understood and fulfilled. Monitor on-time delivery reports and daily inventory coverage reports for effective coverage of production plans. Develop, maintain and monitor inventory levels to budget/forecast while ensuring zero (0) production downtime due to material shortages.
• Partner with the Purchasing Department to develop and improve supply base delivery performance, including ASN, packaging and labeling, utilizing the SDIN system for incident reporting.
• Oversee the indirect stores area for chemical preparation required for production.
• Partner with 3rd Party Logistic (3PL) providers to schedule transportation for needed production, both domestic and international, while leading & supporting cost-reduction activities. Partner with appropriate resources to forecast inbound transportation costs, consumable/indirect materials, packaging supplies and packaging repairs.
• Create purchase requisitions for material, coordinating volume and pricing data, for fiscal year blanket purchase order to supply base. Prepare releases and maintain inventory levels for expendable packaging needed for production and customer demand. Receive indirect material against packing lists as required and support Accounts Payable for invoice discrepancy resolution
• Implement and support lean manufacturing methods, such as Plan For Every Part (PFEP), Kanban, and Supermarkets to drive continuous improvement in material flow.
• Support new model development run requirements and launch ramp-up production plans. Support engineering changes and program build-outs, as it relates to purchased material to eliminate material obsolescence.
• Team with Inventory Control Coordinator to improve inventory accuracy and to coordinate annual physical inventory. Maintain accurate records and documentation for historical audit purposes, including quality systems and financial minimum controls.
• Serve as back-up for tasks of other Materials Department personnel as required. Maintain a collaborative and positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Scope/Dimensions:

• Single site manufacturing location with 3 shift operation, supplying finished goods to Tier 1 Automotive OEM and Tier 2 customers.
• Relies on experience and understanding of supply chain and purchasing processes, forecasting, and written customer requirements to determine proper actions.
• Demands and priorities need adjusted regularly to provide a high level of service under tight timelines to several customers internally or externally.

Competencies:

• Passion for Excellence: Takes personal responsibility and ownership for achieving results and objectives. Demonstrates and fosters a sense of urgency, drive, and personal commitment.
• Decision Making: Goes to the heart of the situation by talking to relevant people to fully understand all of the issues and involve others in the decision making process. Focuses data analysis on the most relevant and important information without getting lost in detail.
• Customer Focused: Actively seeks to understand internal and external customer circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs. Ensures that customer solutions, practices, and procedures are designated and implemented to assure customer satisfaction.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience or equivalent experience.
• PC proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, pivot tables and advanced formula design/use.

• Strong written and verbal communications skills – in English.
• Must be flexible in schedule (able to work all shifts).

• Prior experience/knowledge of manufacturing operations
• Must possess solid analytical skills in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capabilities.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to deal with problems involving multiple variables and deal with a variety of changing situations under stress
• Strong interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation
• Ability to influence and negotiate win/win solutions

Qualifications Desired:

• APICS certification
• Proficient use of SAP or other similar MRP system.
• Previous experience in the automotive industry as a tier-one supplier
• Six Sigma yellow belt or related certification

Other Requirements:

Physical Demands:

ACTIVITY

NEVER

OCCASIONALLY up to 1/3 of day

FREQUENT up to 2/3 of day

CONSTANT

over 2/3 of day

Stand

x

Sit

x

Operate Machinery/Equip

x

Lift/Push/Pull 5-10 #

x

Lift/Push/Pull 11-20#

x

Lift/Push/Pull over 20#

x

Bend/Twist at Waist

x

Bend/Flex Knee

x

Bend/Flex Arm

x

Grasp/Grip/Hold

x

Pinch/Pick/Feel

x

Reaching overhead

x

Repetitive Hand Use

x

Repetitive Foot Use

x

9 hour work day is standard but this role requires availability a wide variety of hours/days

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Physical Environment:

• While performing the duties of this position, the associate frequently works around moving machines/parts in an industrial environment. The associate occasionally works around industrial chemicals and other industrial hazards requiring PPE. Regular and predictable attendance at the manufacturing plant is required.

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Salary Range: $51,840-64,800

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance. (Note this section only needs to be included in external postings)

The Salary Range posted represents Pilkington North America’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of the posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, etc.

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

Top 10 Reasons to Work at the NSG Group

1. The company is rich in heritage and tradition - Through the years, three major glass companies would become entwined: Libbey-Owens-Ford in North America, Pilkington in the UK and Nippon Sheet Glass (now called the NSG Group) in Japan. Through the years, three major glass companies would become entwined: Libbey-Owens-Ford in North America, Pilkington in the UK and Nippon Sheet Glass (now called the NSG Group) in Japan.
2. Commitment to High Quality- The NSG Group is one of the world's largest manufacturers of glass and glazing products for the architectural, automotive industry and technical glass sectors. At the NSG Group you can feel confident that your work will make a difference throughout the globe.
3. Working Safely and Ethically - NSG Group's Safety First culture is engrained in how we operate. In all aspects of our business, you will experience a safe and ethical work environment where our team members, our customers, and the community is top of mind and always comes first.
4. Innovation and Technology – Innovation is about making new ideas happen, and we trust our employees to do that. Manufacturing Excellence and investments in technology focuses on new products and processes and offers opportunities for you to imagine, create, and innovate in every aspect of your work. Our Quick Kaizen program offers incentives for employees to make suggestions and implement them to improve the workplace.
5. Global Company - Our global presence in more than 30 countries offers you the chance to work for a company and find opportunities around the world. At NSG Group you will work on teams with people with different backgrounds and ideas in facilities across the world. This way we truly understand and deliver on the needs of our customers.
6. Great People - At NSG Group you are surrounded by respectful, fun, committed, intelligent, passionate people wanting to make a difference. Come for the opportunity to make a difference and stay for the great people that will become your other family.
7. Career Success - At NSG Group we have a strong tradition of growing people who deliver excellent results. We average over 50 promotions per year among our Niles workforce. People with great attitudes and demonstrated abilities are placed in new roles, provided support, and their potential is unleashed. You can trust that NSG will help you find success. We are committed to training and education with millions of dollars invested in development and tuition reimbursement.
8. Diversity and Inclusion – We know that all kinds of people can be successful at NSG Group. With over 50% of employees identifying as female, nearly 1/3 identifying as non-white, and nearly half of all employees over the age of 40, we believe that our company represents the diverse markets we operate in. Each person represents something special and helps NSG shine.
9. Great Pay/Benefits - NSG Group will take good care of you and your family. We regularly benchmark our benefits and pay programs against those of other leading companies where we operate and update our programs to ensure they are aligned to drive satisfaction and long-term growth for both our employees and our businesses.
10. Team based environment - When you join NSG Group, you will become part of a collaborative team, working closely with your colleagues to innovate and exceed expectations! We believe in serving the communities in which we operate and have programs to encourage you to give back.