Resource Planner/SchedulerJob Number: 70351Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & LightingDivision: Magna Mirrors South CarolinaJob Type: Permanent/RegularLocation:Duncan, SOUTH CAROLINA, US, 29334Greer, SOUTH CAROLINA, US, 29650Work Style:About usWe see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.Forward. For all.Group SummaryThe Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.Job SummaryWorks independently to ensure level production schedules. Interprets and analyzes customer requests and capacity issues including availability of workforce, machines, time, and materials. Analyzes, develops, and monitors short-range customer sales and production forecasts. Develops and maintains production schedules and coordinates all necessary processes with corresponding departments. Measures actual progress based on customer requirements and reports significant deviations. Identifies, establishes, and maintains appropriate inventory levels. Monitors supplier delivery schedules to ensure material coverage in support of production schedules. Collaborates with Materials Planner and initiates corrective actions as required. Performs other duties as required which may involve providing work direction and/or supervision to other staff. After hours and weekend work may be required.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Ensures level production schedules based on customer requirements, management goals and objectives, availability of materials, capacity of equipment, etc. Contends with uneven customer demand and adjusts production schedules accordingly.
Interprets and analyzes customer requests and capacity issues. Analyzes short-range customer sales and production forecasts and provides input for long-range forecasts. Maintains all production schedules by ensuring proper utilization of resources (machines, time, people, and materials) including recommending appropriate levels of production staff and overtime. Develops all production schedules within particular area of responsibility using all applicable internal and external information. Coordinates all necessary processes with Receiving, Quality, Engineering, Finance and Customer Service Departments.
Based on customer requirements, monitors and measures progress in meeting all production forecast and schedule requirements. Reports significant deviations.
Identifies, establishes, maintains, and monitors appropriate inventory levels to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
Coordinates engineering change orders, phase in of new products, and discontinuation of old products while minimizing obsolete inventory. Monitors inventory records for respective area and ensures corrective action as needed.
Monitors supplier delivery schedules to ensure material coverage in support of production schedules.
RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Demonstrated strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to independently analyze data and determine appropriate course of action.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills with the ability to work well under pressure and changing priorities.
Good understanding of production inventory control techniques and principles. Knowledge and experience with a formal manufacturing control system and Just-In-Time (JIT) concepts, principles, and techniques strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to utilize standard and specialized equipment used to perform job duties.
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods of time.
Must maintain proper vision requirements
Must be able to maintain alertness to their surroundings.
What we offerAt Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.Site BenefitsAs a part of our compensation package, Magna South Carolina offers the below benefits:
401K
Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription coverages, pay for the ones you need, not the ones you don’t!
Company Paid Short term and Long term disability
Competitive vacation plan
Company paid safety prescription glasses and other PPE as needed
Tuition reimbursement program
Wellness gym and smoking cessation programs
Profit Sharing/bonuses for hourly and salary employees
Mentorship and Leadership development programs
AND many more!Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.