Materials Planner 2

From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex's silicon components help make that technology a reality.

At Silfex, we're the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company's products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible - through our people, we help connect the world.

The successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits; to learn more about the benefits Silfex offers for this position check out:

Join our team and help us connect the world and support the technology of the future!

Essential Function:

Plans, schedules and monitors the movement of material through the production cycle. Reviews material requirements from engineering and production schedules. Coordinates the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production and engineering. Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity; creates and maintains bills of material and parts/commodities numbers in supply chain management or other enterprise-wide systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage on-time-delivery and consignment bin levels to customer requirement.
• Perform Inventory improvement projects as assigned.
• Manage Production Requirements Planning (PRP) in Plex
• Work Collaboratively with Value Stream personnel on Jobs and Customer Orders
• Manage Subcontractor production schedule and material flow
• Communicate raw material requirements to support production for Customer Orders.
• Monitor and maintain First Article requirements.
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of the Silfex Quality Management System and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures as appropriate.
• Carries out special projects and all other appropriate and reasonable duties that may be assigned from time to time.
• Follow all company safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to Manufacturing Manager, EHS Manager, and/ or Director of Manufacturing
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S
• Perform tasks/duties related to special projects or assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned by department management
• Ability to handle internal customer situations, which are sometimes time critical in a logical manner and resolve issues resourcefully and tactfully.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Must be able to work effectively individually and in a team environment
• Must be able to pay close attention to details
• Must be able to perform successfully under minimum supervision

Culture:

• Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex.
• Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do. Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.
• Communication - Begin with the end in mind - Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S. Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities. Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area. Maintain these areas to the highest degree possible while responsibly escalating any maintenance issues.

Qualifications: 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.

• Associates degree in Business, or a related field or equivalent work experience; Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years or production planning experience and MRP (Materials Requirement Planning)
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus.
• Desire and willingness to be held accountable for business results.
• Strong Computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite.
• Plex experience is preferred.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and; talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The employee regularly is required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the environment is moderate.