Production Control Planner Lead

Description:

Axsys Technologies, a Division of General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems with multiple operating divisions located throughout the US, manufactures and sells a broad range of high performance electro-mechanical and electro-optical components and sub-assemblies to the aerospace, defense, electronics capital equipment, graphic arts and medical imaging markets.  Our Surveillance Systems Group - IR Cameras and Systems in Nashua, NH produces sophisticated infrared and visible cameras and systems for use in high-end military and commercial applications. 

Basic Function:

Production Control Planner Lead is responsible for establishing, lead, and develop the Planning team, systems and processes required for full integration of operational plans required to meet customer requirements and divisional revenue goals.  Identify and address gaps between forcast and capacity.  Analyze actual versus planned performance and recommend work around strategies.  Manage and track performance versus revenue plan.  Plan and coordinate all requirements necessary to build products using MRP generated data.  Manually plan all key material needs when product configuration (bill of materials) is not available.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

·         Act as a senior representative in managing the next level of Production planner(s).

·         Act as a team leader in improving manufacturing operations by training and directing the concepts and application of Lean Manufacturing to next level of buyer/planner.

·          Establish & maintain "rules" for prioritization of and resource allocation to RMA's, Engineering projects/builds, fixture/test equipment builds and other non-recurring activities.

·         Create work order schedules from the manufacturing plan/forecast.

·         Interface with production management to obtain completion of production schedule.

• Write work orders and coordinate kitting and material replenishment activities and priorities with the inventory control group.
• Monitor customer orders for product type and accessory, demand to insure on time delivery.
• Monitor actual monthly shipment forecast against monthly shipment plan and communicate and address potential risks and issues.  Recommend adjustments and activities required to meet revenue plan.
• Assists production management and Finance with resolving work order variances.

·         Manage and assign rework activity thru internal and or external rework orders.

·         Attend MRB meetings and correct problem areas that continuously arise.

·         Status all shortages to any WIP or eminent Kits during production meeting.

• Set build schedule for a rolling 4 week window with the Production Manager.
• Resolve any work order or other shop floor control planning issues that are escalated by assembly leads in the product family.
• Notify SQE/ME's of any (Bill of Materials) quality or drawing related issues effecting supply chain and provide follow up as required.
• Working with ME flatting the levels of BOMs to fit the lean manufacturing process and identify back flush control to relief point of use inventory.

·         Review Kanban requirements for accuracy of quantity level and correct point of consumption.

·         Perform other job related duties as required.

Education, Training:

A Bachelors degree with 7-10 years of experience specifically 7-10 years of Master Scheduling/Planning experience and at least 2 years as a supervisor or manager. 

Axsys Technologies, a Division of General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical & dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short & long term disability protection, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.

We accept electronic resumes in Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, and Adobe Acrobat formats.  Resumes can be accepted at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé].

Selected candidates will be subject to and must comply with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations. Axsys Technologies, a division of General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.