Willimantic Production Planner/Scheduler

Prysmian Group•Willimantic, CT

About The Position

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector. We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian Group - Join Us Summary The Production Planner/Scheduler plays a key part in developing balanced production schedules, optimizing inventory, and implementing lean strategies such as Kaizen, kanban, JIT, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with operations, supply chain, and cross‑functional teams, the role helps ensure on‑time delivery, improved cycle times, accurate forecasting, and strong material management. It also involves maintaining capacity and performance reports, supporting data systems, and contributing to ongoing operational excellence within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Self-driven individual looking for opportunities for advancement
Results-driven to deliver consistent improvement in cycle times, on time delivery and inventory turns
Ability to plan, organize and pull together information from various sources developing a full picture to scope actions
Solid logic/reasoning skills which can influence and persuade different functional groups within the organization
Strong verbal and written communication skills (grammar, spelling, typing, listening)
Minimum 5 years in Manufacturing, Purchasing and/or Planning required
Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Supply Chain Management or Business
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, etc.) is required
Familiarity with enterprise systems and databases, SAP preferred

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or managerial experience preferred
Familiarity with enterprise systems and databases, SAP preferred

Responsibilities

Support Supply Chain manager in all master scheduling, forecasting and procurement functions
Perform daily planning, scheduling, and purchasing across multiple value streams to optimize output with reduced changeovers and waste
Coordinate manufacturing activities to develop a balanced schedule, fully utilizing essential lean tools, such as kanban, heijunka and kaizen
Develop and implement lean strategies to improve operation, quality, cost, and inventory control, using tools such as pull systems, JIT, cellularization, set-up reductions
Participate, coach, and lead continuous improvement efforts
Support material procurement and working capital goals using lean tools
Coordinate the maintenance of manufacturing data systems to provide information for budgeting, capacity, and planning processes
Forecast, plan, measure and control inventory mix/level requirements, subcomponents, and products in all stages of production
Develop and maintain capacity reports/schedules for the assigned departments and cells that include all resource considerations
Prepare performance reports on key performance indicators such as schedule accuracy, material turns, working capital and on time delivery
Perform other tasks as needed in support of achieving the highest level of customer satisfaction at an optimum cost
Monthly physical inventory count/reconciliation last business day of the month