Production Planner

POSITION OBJECTIVE

To make the production plan for a certain production line(s) based on market demand, production capacity and material availability. Be in extensive contact with the Production Manager(s) to discuss production schedules. Contact with other departments to gather or give information related to the production of rigs, accessories and spare parts (products). Be in contact with the Purchasing teams to ensure that parts will be available at the time of production. Come with ideas to improve processes, productivity, inventories and lead times.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in areas of assignment and carry out designated responsibilities in areas such as, but not limited to:
• Work with Production Managers, Purchasing teams and other functions to make a detailed production plan.
• Make capacity need calculations.
• Release products in the systems so that material supply can be performed in a timely manner.
• Schedule when materials shall be released from the warehouse to the production.
• Follow up the material availability so that rigs can be produced according to plan. React to buyer/planner in case of suspected deviations in the flow of incoming materials.
• Handle upcoming situations of deviations in capacity or material supply and take necessary steps to re-plan the production.
• Maintain reports, follow-ups and diagrams.
• Take part in improvements to reduce lead times, increase flexibility, reduce inventories, increase productivity and improve processes.
• Work with Marketing, Production, Sourcing and Engineering to review customer orders and develop realistic delivery commitments and provide accurate promised production finish date for production units.
• Maintain open and effective communications with all personnel regarding supply, capacity, and production problems and their resolutions.
• Act as a hub to communicate information between Marketing, Production, Engineering, and Sourcing.
• Oversee all planning functions for assigned products including MRP requirements

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong analyst - shall be able to handle large amount of information and make sound decisions.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate activities with Production, Marketing, Engineering, and other business functions.
• Positive attitude and open for new ways to do things
• Must have good document control with attention to detail.
• Understanding of business issues related to entire supply chain - parts suppliers, engineering, production, and end customer requirements.
• Root Cause Analysis Skills - Ability to drill down into material supply issues and determine effective corrective action.
• Systematic analysis of materials systems and processes to facilitate continuous improvement.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• At least three years of experience of production and materials planning.
• CPIM preferred.
• Advantage if skilled in the use of information systems.(Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong Knowledge or MRP systems

Life at Epiroc:

We are Epiroc, a leading productivity partner for the mining and infrastructure industries. By joining Epiroc, you can expect an atmosphere of creativity and innovation, 'Dare to Think New.' With innovative technology, we develop and produce innovative drill rigs, rock excavation, and construction tools. The company was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, and has passionate people supporting and collaborating with customers in more than 150 countries.

Employment at Epiroc Drilling Solutions LLC is "at-will," which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager, or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. The signature of this document serves as an acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.

Epiroc Drilling Solutions LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.