Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

** This is an Onsite position **

At Daniel Defense Only the Best Build the Best…

Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world’s finest weapon systems and accessories. We are intensely focused on providing top quality small arms solutions to our military and law enforcement communities as well as to civilians seeking premium rifles for home defense, hunting and sport shooting.

As a Production Planner you will be responsible for the functions outlined below 

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the Build Plan and Master Production Schedule for Daniel Defense.
• Firm planned work orders weekly for release and printing by Production Admin Assistant
• Create, release, and print custom work orders
• Monitor material inventories, track progress of production, and review factors which affect schedules and on-time delivery.
• Work with Industrial Engineer on capacity constraints and possible risks to on-time delivery.
• Work with Procurement on part shortages and production impacts.
• Work with Industrial Engineer, Procurement, and Director of Planning and Inventory Control to develop delivery schedules and production plan for large orders or contracts.
• Provide continual improvement of the planning and reporting processes.
• Stay informed of current projects, manufacturing workload, and manufacturing processes.
• Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed.
• Review Build Plan for possible conversion of custom orders inside lead time to maximize revenue.
• Responsible for the calculation, review, and adjustment of established safety stock levels.
• Cross-train in part and engineering master creation, maintenance and annual review.
• Participates in the company’s efforts to continuously improve in Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
• Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment
• Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2-4 years of experience or a combination of related experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function.
• Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the field.
• Teamwork and the ability to cooperate and work proactively with others is a must.
• Must be able to manage time efficiently.
• Great attention to detail and excellent record keeping skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed.
• Ability to work, interact and effectively communicate with all company officials, employees, vendors, customers, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problems, and meet deadlines.
• Competent with computer software such as Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook Word); ERP experience a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work in accordance with our Permission to Play Values.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the work day.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.

Daniel Defense is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer and promotes a "Drug Free Workplace".

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the job. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this job. Responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of the employer and do not establish a contract of employment – Daniel Defense is an at will employer

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