About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
Develop and manage the execution of the production schedule as a result of line of balance output, taking into consideration the available capacity, material availability and program delivery commitments. Communicates to business product support managers and program managers the manufacturing status, expected completion dates and production cost /schedule risk analysis.

Responsibilities

1. Partner with procurement, production manager, engineering, and program management, and other supply chain disciplines to proactively plan, schedule, and effectively manage development, production, and aftermarket support environments


2. Manages and has ownership of execution of items associated with their planner code, to include:
   a. Release of internal jobs to the factory
   b. Release of purchase requisitions
   c. Manage disruptions in the internal factory (shortages, MRB, internal and external constraints)
   d. Provides feedback to internal customers
   e. Ownership of end item deliverables to satisfy customer demands


3. Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed.


4. Monitors internal and external supply chain alignment – identifies and resolves potential constraints, maintains line of balance (build through) and purchase requests for the production or purchase of components / parts based on a master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements.


5. Plays an integral part of product Integrated Product Teams (IPT) by effectively interfacing with internal customers on a daily basis, schedules and expedites the movement of parts by means of move orders, stock transfers and requests for shipping orders.


6. Assists management in the development and execution of action/ workaround plans for assigned products/value streams to maximize scheduled on-time completion. Analyzes supply and demand data and reports to determine critical path constraints. Performs product lead time analysis.


7. Manages manual demand for top/down & bottom-up releases, facilitates ECN/ECP changes and coordinates production cut-ins. Reviews excess material for possible consumption in other jobs. Creates material transfers, borrow/payback transactions and PO change requests.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Detailed understanding of supply chain principles.


2. Thorough understanding of the following: various production planning and inventory techniques and practices, capacity planning, various forecasting techniques and their application.

COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE / PROFICIENCY:

• Required: Word, Excel, Outlook, Prior MRP software experience


• Preferred: PowerPoint, MS Projects, EMatrix, Oracle ERP Software

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree and 6 or more years of moderately professionally related experience preferred.


• 1-3 years MRP experience & CPIM certification preferred

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.  We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

 - Flexible Work Schedules

 - Education Assistance

 - Career Development & Training Opportunities

 - Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

 - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

 - Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.