Production Planner

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. As part of Detection and Measurement, Radiodetection is a global leader in the design and development of equipment and software used by utility companies to install, protect, and maintain underground infrastructure networks. Through precision and magnetic locators and ground penetrating radar, we help prevent damage to infrastructure utilities and protect lives. How You Will Make An Impact (JOB SUMMARY) For Radiodetection, the position will plan and prepare manufacturing production schedules and departmental workflows to establish sequence and lead time of each production operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders. Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions; includes estimating Analyzes plant capacity and production requisition data to determine manufacturing processes and required resources; prepares production reports Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, inventory levels, and potential production or material supply disruptions to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are provided on-time and at an optimal cost. Primary position responsible for managing, planning, coordinating, tracking and overseeing Radiodetection associated products. Monitors materials inventories and collaborates with various departments to plan for stock and forecast requirements. Coordinates to ensure products are produced and shipped in support of organization’s sales targets and customer requirements. What You Can Expect in this Role (PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES) Coordinates workflow to meet customer agreed shipping dates with plant manager Completes delivery date input during sale order reviews Reserves and prints packing slips to shipping department Supplies weekly backlog and month end/quarter end forecast updates Coordinate with purchasing to maintain inventory levels of standard stock items Works closely with the sales team and sales forecast with respect to capacity planning and ordering of stock levels to meet the need of customer demand Communicates with sales/customer service personnel so they can keep the customer informed Supports new product launches as required; i.e. setting up inventory/sales parts Interfaces with purchasing manager in terms of material receiving and resolving any discrepancies/quality issues that may occur Maintains the highest level of accuracy for inventory count and satisfying the needs of customers with emphasis on quality service and timely delivery Identifying root cause of inventory issues and discrepancies with focus on continuous improvement Coordinating with other departments to suggest solutions Coordinates cycle count activities; reports and resolves discrepancies Maintains a safe work environment at all times by having safe work instructions, practices and procedures in place Primary back-up for plant manager responsibilities as follows: Printing and distributing shop orders as needed Receiving finished/serialized goods on shop orders Preparing job folders in advance Allocating serial number stickers Sticker labels for shipping QC check list of serial numbers May be required to perform other jobs and duties as assigned What we are Looking For (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES) PC skills, including but not limited to: Windows, Access, Excel, PPT, and Word Detail oriented with strong planning and organization skills and problem-solving abilities Strong leadership skills and…

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