Senior Production Buyer Planner

Justrite Safety Group

2d • $95,000 - $110,000

About The Position

We are seeking a
Senior
Planner/Buyer
to join the JSG team.
The
Senior
planner/buyer’s responsibilities include
purchasing
the raw,
imported, domestic,
production related supplies,
and
any
other
sub-assembled
materials
that support the Mattoon, IL distribution center’s No Trax operations
team. This position will
then
coordinate the flow of work and materials between
departments as well as
identify
areas of improvement to increase efficiency
as
part of the production process.

Requirements

• High level Microsoft Excel knowledge
• High school Diploma or GED
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems
• Organization and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Five plus (5+) years’ experience in planning and scheduling, inventory control, internal expediting, and general supervisory work to acquire knowledge of systems, products, components, and material identities and to attain necessary proficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate multi and changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in ISO 9001 quality management system or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a master schedule for multiple manufacturing production lines to meet daily production goals for each value stream
• Organizes, formulates, and prepares master schedules to conform with customer specific requirements (CSR), delivery dates, and manufacturing capacities to meet demand, while taking overtime expense into consideration.
• Expedites and coordinates detailed scheduling and the systematic release of orders to the production department.
• Performs liaison with Corporate Customer Service, production, engineering, and others on matters pertaining to schedules, production, methods, materials, and designs to resolve day-to-day problems and improve systematic methods.
• Maintains surveillance over orders in process to keep informed of manufacturing status and, when needed, initiates the necessary steps to maintain conformity with schedules
• Assisting in identifying capacity and resource constraints and adjusting schedule to achieve OTD goals
• Assisting with updates to the master schedule to account for new orders & unplanned events, communicate changes to production supervisors
• Managing printing and placement of work orders to the production floor
• Print work instructions for each FG job
• Create job orders in ERP system as needed
• Work with production management and teams to identify daily progress and opportunities for improvement
• Assist with inventory accuracy, cycle counts and corrections
• Purchasing of all raw materials, supplies, and all other goods required to support production and maintain inventory levels, safety stock and inventory turns
• Produce daily open order reports, OTD reporting, OEE, or any other metrics as assigned
• Attend daily manufacturing meetings and other support meetings as required
• Support yearly physical inventory
• Work with Master Planner to assist with continuous improvement projects
• Update the Gemba boards daily before the team meets with the OTD information
• Various production and warehouse reports /projects assigned
• Adhere to all company policies and safety regulations.
• Perform any other duties as directed by management and ownership.

Benefits

• Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being.
• You’ll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• We provide flexible hours and alternative work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance.
• These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs.
• Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you’re protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
• To ensure you’re at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness.
• At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED