Production Planner/Scheduler

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Production Planner/Scheduler

Job Purpose:

In a team-basedenvironment; the Production Plannerwill provide a critical link and work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Purchasing and Manufacturing to adequately support all planning activities in a timely manner.

Nature of Duties:

• Performs scheduling functions involved with Managing Work orders, coordinating products and materials movement through the manufacturing processes to completion and on time shipment.
• Reviewsbacklog to determine materials shortages and capacity requirements to provide commitments feedback to customer.
• Coordinates the efficient expediting of materials and work in process with purchasing, production and engineering.
• Proactively identify areas of potential supply concerns, keeping in mind capacity constraints, shortages and communicates analysis/recommendations to all parties impacted.
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions related to material planning and production scheduling.
• A working knowledge of Kinaxis Rapid Response Advance planning systems is a plus and highly desirable

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BS/AA degree with APICS training, Advanced planning systems knowledge is a plus.
• 2+ years' experience as a Production Planner or equivalent.
• Ideal candidate must have strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent Oracle 11i, MS-Excel, MS-Office and MRP knowledge is a must.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.