Master Production Planner, Water Technologies & ERP
Overview
You will own the master production schedule for a global water technology plant in Minnetonka, MN, balancing capacity, materials, and delivery commitments. You will orchestrate the entire plant planning process, from translating high-level supply plans into daily work orders to making real-time adjustments on the shop floor. Your team includes cross-functional coordinators, material planners, and production supervisors, all relying on your schedule. You will drive continuous improvement by monitoring KPIs and implementing SAP-based planning strategies. This role stands out by offering a clear path to Account Manager and direct mentorship from experienced leaders.
What You'll Do10
- 1Develop and maintain the master production schedule, translating high-level supply plans into detailed work orders and production runs using SAP and Kinaxis Maestro.
- 2Analyze capacity constraints and resource utilization, identifying bottlenecks and recommending adjustments to optimize throughput and minimize idle time.
- 3Manage raw material and WIP inventory levels by setting safety stock targets, monitoring turnover, and balancing carrying costs against stockout risks in SAP.
- 4Coordinate material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure raw materials, components, and packaging are available, synchronizing material flow with the production schedule.
- 5Lead daily production meetings, communicating priorities and schedule changes to production teams and operators, and adjusting plans in real-time for disruptions.
- 6Own the engineering change (ECO) process, updating the master schedule and communicating impact across stakeholders to prevent delays.
- 7Maintain planning master data, including BOMs and routings, to ensure scheduling accuracy and support SAP data integrity.
- 8Track and report on schedule adherence, delivery performance, and inventory metrics, providing insights to drive continuous improvement.
- 9Execute cycle counting and inventory accuracy initiatives, ensuring ERP data reflects real-time shop floor status.
- 10Respond to equipment breakdowns, material shortages, or quality issues by quickly rescheduling operations to minimize production impact.
Requirements9
- 13+ years of production planning or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 2Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field (or High School diploma with 5+ years of planning experience).
- 3Hands-on expertise with SAP ERP and advanced Excel skills for analyzing large datasets.
- 4Experience with Kinaxis Maestro or Planet Together is strongly preferred.
- 5ASCM CPIM certification or progress toward it.
- 6Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence without direct authority.
- 7Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high sense of urgency and attention to detail.
- 8Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to negotiate and build relationships.
- 9Comfort working in a matrixed organization and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
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