Optimize resource utilization related to: Kop-Coat, Blends and RX Products.
Keep data visible MFG tool updated daily and look at 3 months build plan. Logistics Manager will ensure a 1-year forecast is maintained.
Create the build plan over the near-term horizon (0 to 4 weeks) for all product lines.
Plan
Align with Engineering, Maintenance, QC, and operations to understand constraints and incorporate those into the production build plan (weekly call)
Align with Supply Chain Planning to understand supply constraints (CSR, scheduling, procurement, logistics, and finance issues) and incorporate those into the production build plan
Lead the cross-departmental change management process when issues occur inside the frozen window (0-48 hours).
Attend new product launch meetings to understand impacts of new variants to production schedule and work with production scheduler to adjust the schedule accordingly
Participate in the 3 times/week production/planning review to understand and maintain the health of production and material flow through the plant
Strong communication skills
Manage railcar switches
Manage customer weekly calls
Use data visualization tools such as Power Bi to generate the status reports.
Knowledge of Chemical production processes and quality control; preferred, understanding of Corsicana plant operations
Previous production planning skills, preferred
Proficiency in SAP and Excel
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: High School degree or equivalent. Preferred Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business or Related Field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
3+ year's in manufacturing environmwent, preferred Chemical Manufacturing.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Displays proficient communication skills, verbal and written.
Acts as and encourages others to be a team player.
Utilizes strong interpersonal skills such as conflict management/resolution.
Possesses knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.
Supports continuous improvement activities and initiatives.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 20 lbs.
Wages: From $60K to 80K, depending on experience and education.
This position is bonus eligible.
Benefits, upon satisfaction of applicable eligibility requirements, include but are not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, vacation/parental leave, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, and pension.