Production Planner

at SPX Corporation dba Genfare in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Production Planner

Location:
Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States

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, Genfare is a leader in configurable fare collection systems in the public transit industry. By creating high quality equipment and payment systems to improve the rider experience, we empower equitable mobility and provide services to better connect communities.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
Production Planner creates Production Schedules based on sales and forecasts, and ensures that all material required to maintain that schedule is available as required. They work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Warehouse to ensure material flow runs smoothly.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
Create Production schedule and plan work orders based on current orders and forecasts
Monitor incoming orders and work with Sales on Forecasts to create Production Plan
Monitor material required to meet planned schedule by working with Purchasing, Receiving, and incoming QA to ensure parts are available
Create shortage reports as needed
Release work orders to warehouse to be picked as material becomes available
Create routings for new material and maintain accurate lead time and procurement status accurate in ERP system
Provide Production status and facilitate timely delivery of products to customers (also work with the Shipping department to manage on time deliveries)
Monitor weekly and monthly production plans to prioritize work orders
Work with Production and subcontractors to ensure orders are processed and completed on time
Promptly inform relevant departments of changes to current Production Schedules
Analyze safety stock for high volume material on a quarterly basis
Analyze MOQ for manufactured items on a quarterly basis
Review and update quarterly forecast for high volume parts used on spare part orders
Manage and monitor inventory levels, including E & O inventory
Work with Engineering on Bom issues, and ECO releases
Be able to react to Rush requirements on a daily basis
Continuous Improvement (able to evaluate current state and create reports or processes to simplify current state)

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience
At least 5 years of Production Planning experience; preferably using SAP
Minimum 3 years experience in SAP/ERP MRP systems
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Math and analytical skills
Organizational and Time management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Deadline driven
Detail oriented

Education & Certifications
Associate degree

How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.