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Pyrotek Production Planning Supervisor in Cortland, New York
Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. The last car, train and plane you rode in were all safer and more energy efficient because of Pyrotek. The beverage cans in your refrigerator are lighter, stronger and infinitely recyclable because of Pyrotek. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!
The Production Planning Supervisor will supervise plant production planning functions by managing and evaluating the planning and coordination of production schedules for all areas within manufacturing operations, factoring in material requirements, and ensuring appropriate levels of on-hand inventory so that business/customer demands are met. Responsible for the creation of master schedules to establish sequence and lead times for each operational area based on sales forecasts, customer orders and production deadlines.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
Ensure successful planning and scheduling of manufacturing capacity for each operational area to ensure timely customer orders, minimize costs, and improve manufacturing efficiency and flexibility, by:
Conferring with plant leadership and organizational stakeholders to better understand business goals and metrics, and creating/revising master schedules, as needed.
Collaborating with various departments (i.e., Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Production, and Quality) to ensure appropriate planning and production efforts.
Thoroughly analyzing production specifications and capacity data, and performing mathematical calculations to determine production processes, sequences, tasks, and labor requirements.
Referencing and evaluating material procurement lead times and historical plant fabrication performance data.
Frequently evaluating MRP to ensure all raw materials are on schedule per the manufacturing plan.
Overseeing the assessment and arrangement of production requirements into a sequential work schedule, including the creation of work orders to meet customer demands.
Adjusting schedules, as needed, to expediate delayed operations resulting from unforeseen conditions.
Continuously monitor and measure current production statuses and identify problem areas that may inhibit full schedule realization, by:
Proactively working with the Supply Chain department and other Pyrotek locations to ensure adequate inventory levels needed to meet production schedules.
Liaising between Customer Service and Purchasing departments pertaining to product demand requirements and lead times/schedules for inventory procurement.
Monitoring work order life cycles to ensure production activities align with promise and/or delivery dates.
Performing rough cut capacity planning to balance resources and capacity, and either add work to the schedule or revise lead times.
Regularly conducting risk analyses to confirm no shortage of materials and capacity based on production requirements.
Respond appropriately to all production planning and scheduling inquiries, concerns, and complaints by being professional, courteous, and respectful at all times.
Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts, working towards a lean, flexible, and responsive department.
Supervise, coach support, train and develop personnel in assigned area; resolve personnel issues, redirecting complex issues to management and HR in a timely manner; directly manage team members, including assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance/compensation, resolving grievances, administering disciplinary action, interviewing employment candidates, and effectively recommending hires and terminations in a timely manner.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Industrial Engineering preferred, plus five (5) years of production control experience in a manufacturing environment, or combination of education and experience.
Prior experience with constraint-based management and demand-driven scheduling, a plus.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Technical Skills. Strong knowledge of manufacturing and procurement processes. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings. Basic understanding of machining, engineering including Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and quality protocols and standards.
Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization and across the globe. Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty. Displays humility and adaptability. Ability to apply a large measure of common sense to a variety of situations. Entrepreneurial attitude toward work center excellence. Solution driven and self-motivated.
Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar. Ability to vary writing style to meet business needs.
Strategic Change Agent. Courage to make and encourage others to make difficult decisions. Ability to foster commitment to the shared mission and vision of Pyrotek and actively lead in development/execution of strategic goals and objectives related to assigned responsibility.
Leadership Skills. Build a culture of tolerance, acceptance and civility by setting an example to team members. Ability to coach and motivate team members in planning, strategy, decision-making, teamwork, and process improvement. Ability to effectively manage team projects to completion according to schedule. Ability to provide regular performance feedback and to write annual performance reviews. Ability to foster attitudes, conditions and environments that guide teams toward excellence and a respectful, positive, transparent, and collaborative environment. Ability to develop team member skills and encourage growth, and to foster quality focus including improving product development processes and procedures.
Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient computer skills using a variety of software applications systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of Products, including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Ability to learn and utilize Material Requirement Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
Analytical Skills. Ability to use information/data and various metrics to develop an informed and factual business case. Strong financial analytical capabilities for developing profitable product strategies. Ability to define problems, collect objective data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Displays willingness to make decisions and work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work collaboratively within a matrix environment. Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Highly organized, detail oriented and self-disciplined.
Professional Investment. Demonstrated commitment to personal professional development and life-long learning. Proactively involved with professional and community organizations that promote professional growth and/or enhance Pyrotek’s ability to meet and/or exceed goals and objectives. Demonstrated passion for developing others.
Physical/Sensory Requirements
The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.
Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.
Working Environment
While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in an office environment. Occasional work in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles, and periodic exposure to outdoor environment through open doors. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, may be required.
The minimum and maximum salary range for this full-time position is $71,000 - $90,000+ benefits. Relocation benefits may be available, if deemed applicable based on candidate location.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits.
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$71000 - $90000 / annual
Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.
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