MATERIALS PLANNER / SCHEDULER - JACKSON, MICHIGAN

A Leading Automotive Supplier in the Jackson, Michigan area needs a 1st Shift Materials Planner / Scheduler. SAP Experience is Required for this Position. This is a Full Time, Permanent, Direct Hire Position offering Competitive Compensation, Bonus Potential, Good Benefits, Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

To ensure on time delivery of parts to the customers and maintain accuracy of customer release forecasts, production, and shipping schedules.

• Send weekly EDI releases to all vendors
• Create and execute a cycle count schedule
• Schedule carriers for pick up and delivery based on vendor schedules
• Schedule all production to meet customer releases
• Ensure finished good inventory is consistent to meet customer delivery schedules
• Inform suppliers of any discrepancies and issue DMN’s as required
• Set up CSAs, CMIRs, Customer Packaging Instructions in SAP
• Cover Shipping Supervisor for absence and vacation
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager and/or Department Manager
• Adopt and practice Kaizen principles; participate in Kaizen and GEAR activities
• Advise management of any potential problems or concerns and any opportunities for improvement
• Follow all departmental and general procedures where applicable
• Will work in compliance with all legislative requirements of MIOSHA
• Work in compliance and conform to Environment and ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards

QUALIFICATIONS:

• SAP Experience is Required
• Proven experience in:
• Production Planning & Scheduling in the Automotive Industry
• Experience in Inventory Control
• Experience with Shipping / Receiving
• Solid knowledge of MRP Systems and Computers
• Excellent English communications skills both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
• Able to successfully interact with all levels of employees in the organization
• Strong problem-solving techniques
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• A valid Forklift license would be an asset, but training can be provided
• Must have no restrictions regarding travel to Canada (training will take place in Toronto area office)

TO APPLY:

If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to submit your resume in Microsoft Word format to:

We treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.

At Venteon our talent acquisition team is proud to provide our clients with the most qualified Accounting & Finance, Engineering, IT and Administrative talent in the industry today.

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