- Location
- Ocean Florida, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Us: Ocean Optics is a fast-paced, high performing and high growth organization that was recently named one of Orlando's Best Places to work! Our people thrive in an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative culture. Join our team of instigators of the possible where WE MEASURE WHAT MATTERS .For more information please visit http://www.oceanoptics.com
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Join world-class experts in finding answers to our customers’ toughest questions as a Production Planner. Reporting directly to the Sr. Supply Chain Manager, the Production Planner is responsible for planning and scheduling production, managing inventory availability, and supporting on-time order fulfillment. The Production Planner partners with cross-functional teams to optimize material flow, maintain planning data accuracy, resolve supply issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational performance. This is an on-site role in Orlando, FL.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with Value-stream Leads / Supervisor / Managers for planning / scheduling orders
Verify inventory – stock availability for open orders as well as orders in the backlog
Focused engagement with specified Kanban processes, inventory levels, pull system requirements and their impact on actual production status
Develops and upkeeps key planning and inventory analysis reports
Periodic review of raw materials min/max levels and lead times
Root cause analysis of inventory supply issues
Reviews discrepancies in BOM’s and ensures accuracy
Support Daily Management meetings to meet / exceed Operations KPIs (SQDIC)
Possess a mindset of Continuous Improvement and lead/support Lean initiatives to improve systems/processes.
Perform other tasks / job responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor / Manager.
Great communication skills, both verbal and written – upstream and downstream (cross-functional).
Other duties as assigned.
ABOUT THE CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate brings the following knowledge and experience:
Strong statistical and analytical background
Production Planning experience
Self-motivated with desire to improve processes
Good communication skills
Cross functional mentality with strong leadership skills
SIOP, inventory control, and forecasting experience
Strong understanding of ERP driven systems and processes
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or equivalent, 3-5+ years in Production Planning Experience.
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and supply chain management principles, preferably Microsoft D365, cycle counts, BOM's, item attributes.
Be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Strong analytical skills with great attention to detail bringing a history of successful data analysis and advanced Excel proficiency.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Ocean Optics pioneered miniature spectrometers and delivers spectral solutions to researchers, OEMs, and industrial customers, also designs and builds industrial-grade photonics systems for material inspection, chemical identification, and quality assurance.
At Ocean We Measure What Matters, and our Mission is to design precise photonics systems to solve customer measurement challenges to make the world safer, cleaner, and healthier. We have discovered, refined, and delivered new approaches to solving problems with spectroscopy and imaging technologies. Backed by deep experience, we are working within applications including biomedical, semiconductors, research & science, industrial, environmental, food & agriculture, and safety & security. We partner with customers to achieve ambitious goals, leveraging the power of light for advancement in health, safety, and the environment.
With more than 200 employees worldwide, including in the US, Europe, and Asia, we leverage the wealth of knowledge from a diverse and multidisciplinary team, which drives our growth and high performance. Ocean Optics is a subsidiary of Halma plc, an international market leader in safety, health, and environmental technology.
ABOUT THE PERKS
Ocean Optics offers a comprehensive compensation package and health and wellness benefits. Also, as a member of the Halma Group of companies (www.halma.com), our employees enjoy excellent career development, networking, and advancement opportunities worldwide.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Ocean Optics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
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