Planning Supervisor

Location:

Everett, WA

Status:

Full Time, Employee

Job Category:

Manufacturing/Production/Operations

Relevant Work Experience:

2+ to 5 Years

Career Level:

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education Level:

Bachelor's Degree

As the Planning Supervisor, you will be responsible for planning and preparing production schedules for manufacturing of industrial or commercial products.  Other responsibilities include:

• Drawing up master schedules to establish sequence and lead times of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Analyzing production specifications and plant capacity data and performing mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools and human resource requirements.
• Planning and scheduling work flow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Planning sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers.
• Conferring with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects.
• Expediting operations that delay schedules and altering schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Preparing lists of required materials, tools and equipment.
• Preparing purchase orders to obtain materials, tools and equipment.
• Supervising exempt and/or nonexempt associates.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Perform other related duties as required.

 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
• Must have a minimum of five years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a thorough understanding of planning and forecasting techniques, inventory practices, capacity planning strategies and their applications.
• CPIM certification is preferred
• Must demonstrate solid team leadership abilities
• Must have the ability to read and write complex instructions, correspondence and memos.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to relate effectively with others at all levels of the organization is required.
• Must be proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to multi-task under pressure and manage multiple projects with a high level of accuracy is required