Job Title
Production Planner
Company Name
GAF Energy
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Company Overview
GAF Energy is transforming the rooftop solar industry to generate “Energy from Every Roof”. As a Standard Industries company, GAF Energy works in partnership with North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, GAF, offering homeowners elegant, roof-integrated solar options. The company also provides commercial tax equity funding for large-scale rooftop solar projects. For more information about GAF Energy, visit www.gaf.energy.
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Job Duties
GAF Energy is seeking a Production Planner who will manage material planning, work order scheduling and production control of the next generation of building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products
You will report to the Director, Manufacturing Engineering, and work cross-functionally to support R&D and Manufacturing builds. You will join a highly focused team that thrives in a start-up, fast-paced environment.
This person will be part of the team that is responsible for manufacturing and delivery of high quality, high-volume photovoltaic solar technology solutions that transform today’s roofs. The role will focus on execution/delivery, creative problem solving and collaborative work necessary to ramp products from laboratory scale to high volume manufacturing
DUTIES:
- Review MRP execution, release work orders and plan production
- Create and maintain production schedules on a daily and weekly basis that maximizes production efficiency and meets customer demand
- Plan materials needed for production work orders and arrange finished goods shipping to downstream distribution hubs
- Ensure timely release of raw material to production team per work orders
- Manage raw, WIP and finished goods inventory level
- Interface with supply chain to clear shortage and drive clear to build
- Utilize MES to track work orders and report on production plan vs. actual performance
- Performs work order variance analysis
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to resolve issues affecting production schedules in a timely manner. Escalate quickly as necessary
- Lead or participate in activities pertaining to workflow and process improvement
- Develop improvement initiatives by effective utilization of materials and resources
- Other duties as assigned
You will report to the Director, Manufacturing Engineering, and work cross-functionally to support R&D and Manufacturing builds. You will join a highly focused team that thrives in a start-up, fast-paced environment.
This person will be part of the team that is responsible for manufacturing and delivery of high quality, high-volume photovoltaic solar technology solutions that transform today’s roofs. The role will focus on execution/delivery, creative problem solving and collaborative work necessary to ramp products from laboratory scale to high volume manufacturing
DUTIES:
- Review MRP execution, release work orders and plan production
- Create and maintain production schedules on a daily and weekly basis that maximizes production efficiency and meets customer demand
- Plan materials needed for production work orders and arrange finished goods shipping to downstream distribution hubs
- Ensure timely release of raw material to production team per work orders
- Manage raw, WIP and finished goods inventory level
- Interface with supply chain to clear shortage and drive clear to build
- Utilize MES to track work orders and report on production plan vs. actual performance
- Performs work order variance analysis
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to resolve issues affecting production schedules in a timely manner. Escalate quickly as necessary
- Lead or participate in activities pertaining to workflow and process improvement
- Develop improvement initiatives by effective utilization of materials and resources
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- Strong attention to detail, process-oriented, and excellent time management
- Adhere to company policies and safety requirements
- Self-motivated, proactive, and efficient
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of basic statistics and use within the operational environment
- Proficient communications skills: written, verbal, and listening
- Planning and organizational skills including ability to manage multiple priorities
- Planning the production schedule and making sure all necessary materials and equipment are available to the production team when needed
- Familiar with using Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
- Adhere to company policies and safety requirements
- Self-motivated, proactive, and efficient
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of basic statistics and use within the operational environment
- Proficient communications skills: written, verbal, and listening
- Planning and organizational skills including ability to manage multiple priorities
- Planning the production schedule and making sure all necessary materials and equipment are available to the production team when needed
- Familiar with using Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Skills/Experience Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business management, or related field is preferred
- Proven experience as a production planner in the industry
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP planning systems. Knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of G Suite a plus
- Experience in manufacturing expansions and ramp up a plus
- Proven experience as a production planner in the industry
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP planning systems. Knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of G Suite a plus
- Experience in manufacturing expansions and ramp up a plus
Hours
Full-time
Location
San Jose, CA
Other Application Requirements
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
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