Job DescriptionJob Description

VPE Thermal is seeking an effective Production Planner to join our team and maximize our impact as an organization. The Production Planner will be responsible for developing effective schedules, overseeing activities and details, and monitoring schedule adherence from design and compliance to shipping for on-time delivery with an ERP environment. Duties will consist of managing various administrative tasks, tracking, and ensuring that the programs and projects meet company goals and objectives. If this describes you, then we need to talk!

Objectives of this role

• Create and maintain a master schedule across multiple disciplines including design, procurement, quality records, and manufacturing using our ERP system.
• Implement dynamic scheduling according to business needs and conditions.
• Create daily and weekly WIP control dispatch objectives for the Production floor.
• Coordinate resource arrivals and availability to ensure projects can continue to schedule and without disruptions.
• Monitor every step of multiple projects or programs for successful completion.
• Track activities and materials for schedule adherence.
• Strongly participate in team meetings to lead schedule objectives including progress, productivity and to mitigate resource and process convergence of scheduled objectives.
• Identify best practices and procedures to inform future programs.
• Coordinate necessary supplies for program setup and execution to delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute scheduling activities.
• Provide milestone and task deadlines in alignment with program and company commitments.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment across departments.
• Generate status reports and records for all program-related activities.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal stakeholders and organizers.

Skills and qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in scheduling or project management using an ERP system.
• College degree or equivalent.
• Skilled and knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Experience in manufacturing or engineering (2+ years preferred).
• Microsoft Office proficiency including, Word, Excel, and Project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Detail, thorough, and initiative oriented.
• Knowledge of design and manufacturing process flow.
• Responsible, dependable and ready to learn.
• Dedication to fostering a collaborative team.
• Sharp organizational skills.
• Familiarity with effective scheduling practices.
• Solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Company DescriptionVPE Thermal, is a world leader in microchannel heat exchanger design and manufacturing. Our company serves many global industries including power generation, chemical processing, oil/gas, nuclear and renewable energy. We foster a strong culture of R&D, design, manufacturing and analysis to meet tomorrow’s challenges.Company DescriptionVPE Thermal, is a world leader in microchannel heat exchanger design and manufacturing. Our company serves many global industries including power generation, chemical processing, oil/gas, nuclear and renewable energy. We foster a strong culture of R&D, design, manufacturing and analysis to meet tomorrow’s challenges.