Production Planner

• ONE MEC ONE MISSION!

   

   

  MEC has been named the largest metal fabricator in the nation for 15 years running… and our mission is to stay at the top! MEC is a continually growing metal fabricator that’s been around for 80 years. We got to the top by empowering our team members to do what’s right for our customers, while providing state-of-the-art equipment and growth opportunities for those that aspire to do more!

   

  We’re looking for candidates that exhibit a strong work ethic, dependability and who also believe in our company values.

• As Production Planner at MEC, you will support production in the areas of  sales order management, forecast management, customer interface and work order maintenance.
• Planning, Scheduling, and coordinating production to meet the customer demand outlined in MRP using planning parameters. 
• Review and update planning parameters in alignment with changes of demand, utilizing capacity, while accommodating inventory goals.
• Revises schedules and issues work orders to suit order changes, cancellations and/or revised forecasts. 
• Determines revised plan in the event of failures to meet schedules. 
• Notifies customer service in the event of failures in meeting shipping schedules.  
• Researches late parts, identifies and brings bottlenecks to manufacturing's attention. 
• Works closely with engineering and customer service to implement engineering changes and monitors structure (bill of material) problems. 
• Works closely with Master Scheduling to ensure all master plans are maintained and executed. 
• Expedites, as needed, any late deliveries from outside vendors, sub-contract, etc. 
• Analyzes production data to find ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize costs

Associate/Bachelor's Degree in related field, one to three years planning experience, APICS Certification and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.