Production Planner I

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Scope of Position

This highly motivated, detail-driven individual, as part of the production planning department, will be responsible for the scheduling and maintenance of production cell demand and manufacturing job management. This role will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and inventory control related activities for Watts manufactured and assembled products

This position reports to the Production Planning Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Fort Worth, TX.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of forecast projections, incoming demand, and work scopes as related to a production planning with a time-phased build schedule.
• Manage daily production capacity planning in standard complexity manufacturing work centers
• Support the S&OP process to provide feedback on production performance and capacity
• Take action from established metrics to improve planning performance and drive efficiency and utilization
• Partner in initiatives with continuous improvement teams
• Support New Product Development tasks as assigned
• Maintain accuracy of planning and inventory data in ERP system
• Routinely interact with internal production team and develop understanding of wider Watts operational teams and their responsibilities
• Collaborate with planning team in the scheduling of sales orders and align production jobs to support operational efficiency
• Develop productive relationships with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, and Sales to ensure priorities are set and aligned to meet customer on-time deliveries
• Partner with Supervisor to prioritize and manage orders (maintain current and past due orders)
• Collaborate with Supervisor to determine lead times for manufactured items
• Completion of supervised and guided projects and duties as assigned by Production Planning Supervisor or Watts management.
• Travel Requirements: <10%

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, in absence of degree, may consider relevant work experience
• 1-year minimum experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production Planning, or Supply Chain Planning, and relevant software applications
• Self-driven, strong problem-solving abilities, project and time management skills, fast learner, organized, creative, team worker, good communications and meeting facilitation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across all functions
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering or business-related focus
• Experience in a manufacturing site

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions:

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You may, at times, be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Fort Worth, TX location (Monday – Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

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Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.