Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed daily and weekly production plans in Excel for a vertically integrated manufacturing operation producing semiconductor Thermoelectric Modules and Heat Pumps.
• Manage frequent changes to production schedules and communicate updated plans effectively and professionally.
• Navigate production planning scenarios involving customer allocations and raw material supply constraints.
• Lead and actively participate in daily production meetings.
• Prepare weekly reports on factory schedule attainment and key performance indicators, including on-time delivery.
• Acknowledge incoming customer orders and evaluate inventory levels, raw material availability, and upcoming production schedules to determine appropriate customer delivery dates.
• Minimize the risk of obsolete inventory by coordinating with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations regarding future product and engineering changes.
• Ensure inventory accuracy across raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods in coordination with the inventory team.
• Maintain frequent communication and coordination with Engineering, factory supervisors, Facilities, and Supply Chain.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of experience in production planning and inventory management.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and their application in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and contribute to cross-functional, collaborative teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Advanced Excel proficiency is required. Access and SQL proficiency are preferred.