Plastic Injection Molding (Pim) Production Planner

Job TitlePlastic Injection Molding (PIM) Production Planner
Requisition NumberSWI-6532
Location CityMaryville
Location StateTennessee
FT / PTFull-time
Shift Schedule1st shift: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (M-F)
Description

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Product Discounts
• Service Awards

 

Scope:

• Planner will be responsible for the daily development of an issue plan for Plastic Injection Molding (PIM) to support the production plan of firearms at Smith & Wesson. Responsible for ensuring released production plans can be fulfilled based upon on hand component levels. The job will require frequent interaction with Procurement, Supervisors and Team Leaders in various departments to ensure the production plan is feasible and to adjust the plan as a result of unexpected changes in component supply. Planner will work closely with the Inventory Control team to ensure inventory accuracy.

Education and Experience:

• 1 + years of Plastic Injection Molding experience / manufacturing or scheduling experience

Competencies and Skills:

• Ability to think quickly and maintain manufacturing flexibility)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• SAP knowledge a plus
• Strong commitment to quality, productivity and team performance in the workplace
• Must be collaborative, able to foster an environment of open communication and team work
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent attendance and flexibility of schedule a must
• Must be Fluent in English

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for acting on order releases action and exception messages from the system.
• Plans and manages production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company's productive capacity while keeping inventory levels to the minimum required.
• Responsible for the management of inventory levels, schedules and availability of selected item, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.
• Release Planned Orders for production material and floor stock items to support the business unit.
• Maintaining and updating production plan for all PIM lines
• Interface with Engineering, manufacturing personnel, the Purchasing Department and Supervisors on material status and production planning issues.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Works in an office environment.
• Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

• Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.
• The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:
  • Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor
  • The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Revised: 11.15.23