Planner / Scheduler

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a Planner/Scheduler to join our Production Control team at NH Ball Bearings. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating the planning of a product line to support the demands of our business and coordinating the flow of materials and product through to shipping to our customers. Your good communication skills will be used to collaborate with other departments and teams throughout the plant, to ensure the smooth scheduling, planning and expediting of our products.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates production planning workflow for one or multiple products.
• Reviews monthly build plan and creates/schedules work orders to manufacturing floor.
• Prepares/updates daily, weekly and monthly production, sales and inventory reports.
• Collaborates with team for optimal utilization of production capacities, remedying inventory errors and resolution of scheduling conflicts.
• Process MDR's and DMR's to ensure continuous product flow.

JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and Excel), and good computer literacy.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Very good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of the company and external clients; written and/or verbally.
• Previous experience using MRP software.
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in manufacturing, with a minimum of two (2) years production planning or scheduling experience preferred.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing of production control experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Must also be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, grab, twist, carry, push and pull as required to carry out job functions.
• Must be able to physically lift up to 40lbs, when necessary.

WORK AUTHORIZATION: Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: NH Ball Bearings is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

DISCLAIMER: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, experience, skills and abilities required. Employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and work behaviors.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB: Please email your resume to the hiring manager at dbroussard@nhbb.com.