Operations - Logistics Assistant II

Position Description: Logistics Assistant

Company Description

Chromalloy's work as a leading independent provider of critical, high-value parts helps to diversify the global supply chain and foster healthy competition, making us an invaluable complement to the OEMs. We relentlessly challenge what's possible because we know that more options can only drive our industry forward and allow us to better serve our aerospace, energy, and military customers.

Chromalloy's innovation is rooted in our technical investments and industry-leading expertise, but it doesn't stop there. We also strive to work as a true strategic partner, turning every customer challenge into an opportunity for us to discover new ways to add value.

Job Summary

The Logistics Assistant is responsible for coordinating and optimizing production schedules to meet demand while ensuring efficient use of resources. This role involves collaboration with various departments to manage inventory levels, production capacities, and workflow processes to achieve production goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Scheduling
   
   
   
   1. Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.
   2. Adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in demand, resource availability, or production delays.
   
   
   
   
2. Inventory Management
   
   
   
   1. Monitor inventory levels if raw materials, work in process, and finish goods to ensure optimal stock levels.
   2. Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely availability of materials required for production.
   
   
   
   

1. Collaboration with Departments

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   1. Work closely with Sales, Engineering, and operations teams to align production plans with business objectives.
   2. Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding production status, potential issues, and changes to schedules.
   
   
   
   

1. Capacity Planning

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   1. Analyze production capacities and resource allocation to ensure efficient operations and timely delivery of products.
   2. Identify potential bottlenecks and work with the operations team to implement solutions.
   
   
   
   

1. Data Analysis and Reporting

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   1. Utilize ERP, Power BI and/or planning software to analyze production data and generate reports on performance metrics.
   2. Provide insights and recommendations to management based on data analysis.
   
   
   
   

1. Continuous Improvement

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   1. Identify opportunities for process improvements within the production planning function.
   2. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
   
   
   
   

1. Compliance and Quality Assurance

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   1. Ensure that production processes comply with company policies and procedures, safety standards and quality requirements.
   2. Collaborate with quality assurance teams to address any issues related to production quality.
   
   
   
   

1. Training and Support

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   1. Provide training and support to team members on production planning tools and processes.
   2. Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and problem solving.
   
   
   
   

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business administration or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in production planning, manufacturing, or supply chain management.
• Experience in Aerospace, Energy or similar industry involved with manufacture and/or repair of highly engineered products.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI) and production planning software (e.g., ERP systems)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma principles.

Preferred Skills

• Certification in production and inventory management (APICS, CPIM, CSCP).
• Strong project management skills and experience.
• Green Belt or black belt certification.

Work Environment

• This position typically operates in a manufacturing or production environment, with some time spent in an office setting.
• Occasional overtime may be required to meet production deadlines.

Limitless Opportunities

Chromalloy offers challenging assignments, great teams, development and training, and exciting opportunities to enhance your skills, abilities and knowledge.

Chromalloy maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, background checks, and/or other requirements.

Chromalloy is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants and to prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Sexual harassment, or any other kind of harassment, will not be tolerated. The foundation of these policies is our commitment to treat everyone fairly and equally and to have a bias-free work environment.

Special Requirements

Will be determined based on country and other legal regulatory requirements.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/

• 601 Marshall Phelps Rd, Windsor, CT 06095, USA