Job Title: Planning Manager

Department: Production Control

Reports to: Senior Supply Chain Manager

Location: Nor-Cal Products, Inc. dba Pfeiffer Vacuum Valves & Engineering (Pfeiffer Vacuum V&E)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

SUMMARY

Responsible for the Planning department. Directs those engaged in production scheduling. Directs the scheduling of production for the manufacture of company products. Monitors work schedules, anticipates, and investigates major causes of delays to ensure corrective action. Exercises high-level discretionary judgment regularly and exercises high- level autonomy in performing responsibilities. Travel as needed, involving overnight stays, and being out of town over weekends.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exercise of judgment, discretion, and tact in all business matters and business relationships is required. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain clear and cooperative working relationships with co-workers and demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality are essential. The organization’s leadership promotes collaborative problem solving in both formal and informal work teams. Participation in and contribution to teamwork within the organization is required. Necessary interpersonal skills include being a self-starter, motivated, creative, flexible, self-confident, deadline oriented and able to multi-task. Employees must follow all quality and safety procedures of the company, including those at customer sites if applicable, and must abide by the corporate Code of Conduct in all situations.

Supervisory Responsibilities – Yes.

1. Hires, trains, and supervises Planning personnel assigned as direct reports on approved procedures.
2. Coaches’ employees for improved performance; and issues disciplinary, corrective action as warranted.
3. Conducts performance reviews promptly.

Duties

1. Develop and maintain comprehensive production plans to meet customer demand while optimizing inventory levels and production efficiency.
2. Lead a team of production planners in coordinating production schedules with sales, engineering, and operations teams to ensure alignment with demand forecasts.
3. Monitor production processes and capacity constraints to identify potential bottlenecks and proactively implement solutions to optimize production output.
4. Collaborate with purchasing teams to ensure timely availability of materials and components required for production.
5. Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify trends, forecast future demand, and make data-driven decisions to improve production planning processes.
6. Implement and maintain production planning tools and systems to streamline planning processes and enhance visibility across the organization.
7. Lead cross-functional meetings to communicate production plans, address issues, and drive alignment across departments.
8. Develop contingency plans to mitigate production disruptions and minimize the impact on customer delivery schedules.
9. Mentor and provide guidance to junior production planners to build a high-performing planning team.
10. Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in production planning to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

75% inside, climate / noise-controlled office/lab, and 25% high noise level machine shop environment; lifting to 50 lbs. on occasion. Eye and hearing protection may be required in manufacturing areas; and additional protective clothing may be required when visiting customer sites.

Tasks require walking, sitting, bending, reaching, mobility, frequent lifting and pushing/pulling. Work requires computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, and data-entry), attention to detail and accuracy. Communication skills including listening and speaking are required for interaction with other employees, vendors, and customers. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to balance multiple tasks and any stress associated with this position's duties and responsibilities are essential requirements in performing this job.

Secondary duties with added requirements may be assigned periodically.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Company Values

Pfeiffer Vacuum V&E believes that we are all suppliers and customers of someone in our organization. Our employees must be able to demonstrate this customer-centric belief - which means that you are value-adding, reliable, performance-driven, innovative, service-minded, and agile – in all of their business activities. We expect that our company values of open mindedness, trust, communication, thinking strategically/being creative, being courageous, accountable, and humble, ethical sensitivity/compliance, resilience/facing diversity and fostering a culture of empowerment, engagement and collaboration will drive the actions of our employees.

General Qualifications

1. Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, including wafer fabrication, assembly, and testing.
2. Proficiency in production planning software and ERP systems, with the ability to leverage technology to enhance planning processes.
3. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and derive actionable insights.
4. Strong leadership abilities, with experience leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
6. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities and requirements.

Education and/or Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
2. Minimum of 7 years of experience in production planning within the manufacturing industry, with a proven track record of success in optimizing production processes and meeting production targets.

Language Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Mathematical Skills

Advanced mathematics skills.

Reasoning Ability

Able to work in a fast-paced shop, with quickly changing work priorities, and with minimal interaction to complete assignments on time.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations+

1. CPIM or CSCP APICS Certification (preferred)
2. Six Sigma Black Belt Certification (preferred)
3. Valid driver license.

TOOLS AND/OR EQUIPMENT

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position may work in various environments including office, factory, or home settings. Employees who choose to work from home are expected to comply with all company requirements for core work hours or in-person attendance at company meetings or events. (as applicable)

Pfeiffer Vacuum V&E is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Danielle Clair at 530-841-9150.

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