US_Planner/Scheduler II_CO

Position: Senior Production & Materials Scheduler/ US_Planner/Scheduler II

Location: Oceanside, CA 92056

Duration: 02+ Years (Possible Extension)

Anticipated Start Date: September

Work Type: Onsite

Pay Rate: $45.00/hr on W2

Summary

The Senior Planner/Scheduler converts the master production schedule into a feasible detailed production schedule/materials schedule for the OCN manufacturing site. As a key interface between Master Scheduling, Global Planning and site Operations and support teams, the Senior Planner/ Scheduler is a team-player who collaborates with stakeholders to propose and make decisions to optimize the utilization of work center capacity and/or availability of raw materials while removing barriers to achieve the MPS. Using critical thinking and a continuous improvement mindset, the Sr. Planner/Scheduler takes a proactive approach to engage stakeholders in driving scenario analysis and resolution of problems. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, forecasting, scheduling, MRP review, automated system utilization, project management, continuous improvement, network collaboration, team facilitation, participation in operations meetings, driving departmental Class A activities and overall materials planning and production scheduling management for the Oceanside facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform all detailed scheduling, materials planning and forecasting activities tosupport the achievement of the Master Production Schedule and to buildappropriate safety stock levels.
• Manage all planned/process orders and purchase reqs/orders for specific MRPcontrollers or work centers in a timely manner. Independently resolve ordermanagement issues and escalate as required.
• Working as a team, coordinate the production, materials and maintenancescheduling activities to drive alignment and resolve constraints. Drive adherence toplanning and scheduling time fences.
• Drive or participate in continuous improvement projects to streamline and document
  scheduling processes, while eliminating waste in the order management process.
• Conduct scenario planning, substantiate results and provide recommendations on the best path forward.
• Independently communicate and resolve materials and detailed scheduling issues.
• Develop and track metrics for production and materials scheduling, forecasting,order management, schedule adherence, and inventory accuracy. Conduct root cause analysis and implement issue resolution
• Support improvements to SAP S4/Hanna, OMP, automation systems and other business system development. Identify methods to leverage ERP systems and remove unnecessary spreadsheets and manual tools.
• Ensure all processes are documented and provide cross-training anddocumentation for exception scenarios.
• Actively participate as a vocal member in required meetings. Coordinate team to align, drive actions and resolve constraints to achieve the MPS.
• Follows established safety and environmental guidelines and procedures for all work performed. Immediately reports safety and environmental incidents includinginjuries, illnesses, near misses, and safety suggestions. Fosters a positive safetyculture in which no one gets hurt.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree or APICS certification
• 5+ plus years of related planning or scheduling experience Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
• Familiar with GMP procedures and concepts.
• Knowledge of planning concepts such as APICS body of knowledge and world class manufacturing.
• Experience in materials planning, production scheduling or maintenance scheduling with a strong attention to detail while working in a fast paced and changing process manufacturing environment.
• Ability to plan and schedule activities effectively while proactively identify potential issues to drive to resolution.
• Fundamental knowledge of inventory, planning, and scheduling principles.
• Strong ability to make independent decisions while taking into account varying perspectives in a fast paced and quickly changing environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong facilitation and project management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to build relationships with teammates, internal and external customers. SAP OMP / ERP experience preferred.
• Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel/Word) /G Suite preferred.
• Ability to think outside of the box and have a continuous improvement mindset. Work Environment/Physical Demands/Safety Considerations
• Schedule could include rotating on-call hours to cover off-shift request
• Standard office environment.

Benefits:

BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCForward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCForward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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