At Benchmark we are driven by our purpose to innovate for a healthier safer and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors including commercial aerospace defense advanced computing next-generation communications complex industrials medical and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark your work is purpose-driven enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. Youll be part of a collaborative diverse and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions. SummaryThe PlannerScheduler II loads schedule and releases orders per schedule review process defined by Supply Chain Analyst.Monitors status of planned and released orders through shipment and invoice payment and expeditesresolves issues that delay schedules.Responsibilities• Perform planning functions and make recommendations andor decisions to support the Supply ChainAnalyst • Provide mentorship for other schedulers in the department • Assist in driving key initiatives for process improvement • Perform scenario analyses to aid in optimal scheduling priorities and decision making • Communicate forecast and production schedule changes to Master Planner and Supply Chain analysts • Modify schedules as appropriate due to considerations of lot sizes lead times inventory levels efficienttimely production utilization and subassembly merge with final assembly requirements • Act as a focal point for Production Product Engineering Kit pull Shipping and Purchasing for any issuesrelated to priorities holds throughput or capacity issues part shortages or engineering changes onreleased orders • Participate on the Customer Team as the Planning Dept. representative Support department businessunit and divisional goals • Assist Supply Chain Management or Supply Chain Analyst as needed regarding development of orchanges to Planning or Scheduling processes • Provide analysis and management of WIP Finished Goods and Component inventory levels in accordancewith the Supply Chain Analyst • Assist other team members as needed to ensure customer needs are met • Act as the primary customer contact for all return issues as assigned Process Return MaterialAuthorization RMA Issue return routing changes return receipt and issue return cost analysis andtracking of returns through shipment and invoicing per defined guidelines • May provide mentorship to others in the planning activity• Working with Multi-level bill of materials• Strong Analytic skills with forecast loads and clear to build analysisOther information • Demonstrate understanding of the extended process of order receipt and entry material procurementorder release assembly shipment and invoice payment • Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning ERP tools Baan or equivalent as they apply to theposition • Effective decision making skills as it relates to providing direction to the manufacturing floor and assigningpriorities to meet customer goals and objectives • Understanding of the extended process of return debits and credits return receipt and routing generation Process Feedback System PFS entry and order release returnproject cost analysis and returnproject invoicing and shipment • Exercise discretion when representing the company in supply chain related decisions • Effective planning analytical problem solving and organizational skills • Ability to handle returned product following all appropriate handling and ESD guidelines • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Demonstrate confidentiality and the ability to represent the company in a professional manner • Participate in a continuous improvement activity with complete documentation including a follow upreview with the team in a presentation format • See job analysis forms for specific stressors of the job • 4 year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executivemanagement • 5 years of experience in planning and scheduling • Exercise discretion and independent judgment when representing the company in supply chain relateddecisions • Effective leadership skills and oral and written communication skills with coworkers and customers • Ability to independently drive solutions to complex supply chain issues with limited supervision • Demonstrate teamwork and the ability to operate on diverse project teams with minimal direction • Ability to effectively mentor coworkers • Ability to understand and apply continuous improvement toolsEducation 4 year degree preferredGeographical Location AlabamaHuntsvillePhysical Location Huntsville ALShift Shift 1Work Schedule M-F 0800-1700 Full TimeExport Control This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a U.S. Person" which includes U.S. citizens U.S. lawful permanent residents and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee statusor on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.In our innovative environment youll work with cutting-edge technology leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark your career is more than just a job. Its an opportunity to be part of something bigger where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together we will achieve extraordinary things.Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a diverse workforce with unique talents life experiences cultures and perspectives to promote an innovative collaborative and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please email us at careersbench.com.