Production Planner

Responsible for cross‑functional communication (internal teams) of production schedules to ensure on‑time delivery. This role is responsible for detailed tracking of critical parts throughout the manufacturing process. Drives daily communication between quality, finishing and manufacturing teams. Works with the customer‑facing role(s) to provide updates and delivery capabilities.

• Schedule workflow through manufacturing and finishing processes
  • Continuous improvement to ship across the span of the entire month rather than primarily end of month
• Participate in the coordination of the company’s production plans and strategies with Production, Engineering, Materials, and Quality departments.
• Communicate monthly projected revenue with Management & Team
  • Provide 3‑month forecast
• Work with Material Manager/Inventory Control to inform of priorities
• Communicates all plans and changes to appropriate members of the production team.
• Participates in Production Meetings—driving daily needs and communicating priority items to each work group.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and take an active role in follow‑through of Production Support improvement activities.
• Communicate with Material Manager to ensure timely issue of raw materials.
• Assist with coordination, logistics and expediting of outside sourcing efforts.
• Manage On‑Time Delivery:
  • Communicates daily to ensure timely delivery of anticipated materials.
  • Prioritizes and expedites part components and assemblies to support daily production schedules as well as raise awareness regarding inventory to minimize part shortages and inventory value.
  • Special projects and tasks will be assigned as needed with other departments to meet short‑ and long‑term business goals.

• Associate’s degree or equivalent with three or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered.
• Experience with ISO 9000 systems desired.
• Experience or Certification in Lean Six Sigma a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and strong negotiating skills are a must.
• Able to handle multiple priorities and be comfortable working in an environment with very short deadlines.
• Able to identify and resolve problems and make decisions in a timely manner.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Able to gather and analyze information skillfully, develop alternative solutions, and use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Strong MS Office Skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) are mandatory. Possesses knowledge of Order Processing systems, Manufacturing ERP software and Internet software.
• Able to set and achieve challenging goals, demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles, meet challenges with resourcefulness and take calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Able to display original thinking and creativity, generate suggestions for improving work, and develop innovative approaches and ideas.

ARCH team members play an important part in making a positive impact on lives worldwide—and they do it in a positive work environment. Our people have the opportunity to advance through our organization, receive training, and learn from experienced mentors.

Benefits and Perks include:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision effective day one!
• Paid time off and holidays
• Competitive matching 401(k)
• Bonus program

ARCH Global Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employer and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ARCH Global Precision are employed on an at‑will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.