Planner will be responsible for the daily development of an issue plan to support the production plan of firearms at Smith & Wesson. Responsible for ensuring released production plans can be fulfilled based upon on hand component levels. The job will require frequent interaction with Procurement, Cell Coordinators and Team Leaders in various departments to ensure the production plan is feasible and to adjust the plan as a result of unexpected changes in component supply. Planner will work closely with the Inventory Control team to ensure inventory accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for acting on order releases action and exception messages from the system.
Plans and manages production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company's productive capacity while keeping inventory levels to the minimum required.
Responsible for the management of inventory levels, schedules and availability of selected item, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.
Release Planned Orders for production material and floor stock items to support the business unit.
Interface with Engineering, manufacturing personnel, the Purchasing Department and Supervisors on material status and production planning issues.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience, Competencies and Education

Bachelor's degree required OR 3 years of experience in manufacturing planning
Strong analytical skills, strong judgment and problem analysis techniques
Must be collaborative, able to foster an environment of open communication and team work
Organized and capable of planning and carrying out multiple related activities
APICS certification a plus

Language Skills

Must have strong command of the English language, both verbal and written communications

Computer Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
SAP knowledge a plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Non-applicable

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position
Participate in and follow all company initiatives
Participate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen events, 5S, etc)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Safety glasses with side shields when on factory floor
The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear
All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks
May be required depending on position:
Annual vision updates in Medical Department
Involvement in the hearing conservation program
Wearing of safety certified shoes/boots

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Normal office environment conditions
Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting
Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting

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