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Production Planner

Location: 

Worcester, GB

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. 

 

As part of Detection and Measurement, Enterprise Control Systems (ECS) is a leading supplier of long range data links that support real time high resolution video transfer between air and ground users.   In creating products like RF inhibitors and specialized equipment for military and security purposes, we protect ground forces and infrastructure around the world.

 

JOB SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to release manufacturing orders necessary to meet MRP objectives and to schedule and track the associated plant production (assembly line). The incumbent is also responsible for issuing and expediting work orders as needed to meet the production schedule or sales order ship date through MRP and expedite lists. The incumbent will review pending requirements with materials managers for any potential problems in meeting the requested ship date and process short lead time requirements.  Additional duties include working on special projects when assigned.  The successful incumbent will have sound knowledge of MRP, reading BOMs and drawings, and can perform work and make decisions independently, with an understanding of how those decisions will potentially impact other departments. Knowledge of MS projects will be beneficial.  Additionally, this position will also possess the ability to develop and maintain relationships between the plant, customers, sales and the general office personnel to ensure the smooth flow of the assembly line. The incumbent will be required to undertake training to negotiate Letters of Credit and ensure documentation required by the LoC is provided on time. Also, arrange packing boxes and transport as required, liaise with freight forwarders and create detailed packing lists and export documentation. 


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Analyse and open work orders from MRP system reports and sales order demand and open emergency orders as required
•    Meet with operations and sales team 
•    Regular monitoring of planned orders and timely closing of lower level completed production orders, and end- product production orders in conjunction with regular Production and Production scheduling Meetings
•    Maintains valid part routings and Material Master MRP data.  Monitor and ensure lead-time offsets are correctly assigned in Material Master 
•    Monitor, create/control routings as and when required
•    Coordinates implementation of ECOs (Engineering Change Orders). Re-attach BoMs and create Production Orders as required 
•    Work with Project Manager and Sales to ensure proper shipping documentation has been generated per the customer specification and Letter of Credit (where appropriate)
•    Arrange transport for contracts/parts as required
•    Arrange packing and crating of items for dispatch including packing lists
•    Client/freight forwarder liaison for packing and shipping of Export Contracts
•    Proper review and close of production orders
•    Use Winshuttle to open/close JIT production orders / new routings
•    Processing of production orders for spares and aftermarket requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
•    Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Projects (preferable) and Powerpoint 
•    Experience with Outlook 
•    Experience with SAP is preferred
•    APICS CPIM certification, or equivalent, preferred but not essential

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required Education / Experience
•    At least 1 – 3 years experience in planning, scheduling and/or purchasing
•    Experience with MRP systems. Ability to read BOMs and drawings
•    Experience with shipping, logistics and documentation is preferred

 

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.  

 

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
  • Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs  

 

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential. 

ABOUT SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

SPX TOTAL REWARDS

At SPX , what’s in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits.  Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential.  We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.

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