Production Planner

AVStar Fuel Systems is the 21st century leader in the design, manufacture, and overhaul of carburetors and fuel injection systems for general aviation piston engine aircraft. Our company has become a recognized center of excellence in the general aviation fuel system market. AVStar stands behind its core values -- People, Positive Attitude, Solution Driven, Ownership and Integrity. At AVStar, we aspire to develop individuals to their fullest potential and reward employees based on demonstrated creativity, resourcefulness and dedication to the Company's core values. For more information about AVStar, please view our video at www.avstardirect.com. Job Summary:The Master Planner is responsible scheduling, coordinating and monitoring jobs in a machine shop environment while maintaining the maximum efficiency to meet quality standards and to enable on time delivery, while maximizing resources and supporting company objectives. Also, maintains proper inventory levels and improving customer satisfaction. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Organize production schedule according to work order specifications, established priorities, and availability or capability of workers, parts, material, machines, and equipment.Develop realistic, detailed production schedules.Create and implement inventory and shipment master schedules.Analyze customer orders, market forecasts, and trend analysis to determine shipping and inventory needs.Monitor and adjust master schedule based on production and sales performance.Maintain, coordinate and monitor performance of the daily and weekly schedule for all areas in the shop including the review of available capacity and priorities.Establish planning calendar to assure standard updates to Master Production Schedule every month. Convey and negotiate Master Production Schedule.Monitor and report actual results against Master Production Schedule.Convey or publish Production Plan.Ensure constant communication with main stakeholders pertinent to requirements and impacts.Prepare and manage master materials schedule utilizing ERP and varied applications.Develop and execute inventory control methods and reports to assure accurate plus apt inventory levels.Plan, schedule as well as coordinate materials availability to assist production developed schedules.Resolve problems plus enhance improvements associated with inventory flow plus production control.Confer with machinists and others to assess progress and discuss needed changes. Revise production schedule when necessary.Evaluate production requirements and shop capacity data to assign, coordinate, and ensure appropriate staffing levels for jobs.Analyze plan, lot size, lead times, and replenishment strategies in order to balance inventory investment, customer service, and productivity.Manage WIP and job kit area.Work with the production team to identify, develop, and implement efficiency improvements for the company.Follow all company policies and procedures including ISO and Safety.Support Manufacturing in delivering quality product to the customer on time.Implement and monitor cost savings initiatives.Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing efforts.Responsible for Inventory accuracy and control.Work with purchasing to ensure materials are available to meet production requirements.Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager. Supervisory Responsibilities:This does not have any supervisory responsibilities. Minimum Qualification Standards:Associates Degree in a manufacturing discipline preferred.3+ years of progressive planning/scheduling experience working in an ISO 9001-certified machine shop or manufacturing environment preferred.Experience with scheduling software; Job BOSS preferred.Proficient with MS Office with emphasis on Excel.Experience in MRP (Manufacturing resource planning) or similar planning systems.Regular, physical on-site attendance is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Computer proficiency including word processing, data entry, spreadsheets, and generating reports using standard software applications.Independent thinker with strong decision-making skills.Detail and results oriented driven approach.Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.Well organized and able to work well with constantly changing priorities.Versatile and able to perform and coordinate multiple tasks concurrently in a fast-paced environment.Accurate mathematical calculation skills.Strong analytical skills with a disciplined approach to planning/scheduling.Informed decision maker.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Demonstrated relationship building experience in a shop environment.Leadership capability.Strong understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards and requirements preferred.Dependable and able to meet and exceed delivery schedules. Equipment, Machines and Software Used:This position requires the regular use of a computer, software, printer, and copier. Mental and Visual Requirements:Close mental and visual attention required to perform work dealing primarily with preparing and analyzing data and figures, using a computer terminal, and reading. Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, perform repetitive hand motion, finger, grasp, handle, and feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Environmental Conditions:The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is performed in a manufacturing/shop environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Disclaimer:All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Contractor/Drug-Free Workplace COVID-19 Precaution(s): Personal protective equipment provided or required Temperature screenings Social distancing guidelines in place Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place