Share Email Opening Title Inventory Control Clerk / Planner  About the Organization - Are you looking for a company that values its people? - Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career at a fast paced and employee focused environment? We are happy you are here! Together, we are on a mission to craft furniture that nourishes connection and builds community - helping our people and customers connect, grow and learn together. As a family-owned business we are able to do this by designing our process around the customer. And we do it all with Michigan-made high-quality furniture, friendly service, and fast lead times. We are committed to making Grand Rapids Chair the best it can be, and we use our values to guide the way and thrive when we all hold ourselves accountable to these key values. We believe that each employee directly contributes to the growth and success of Grand Rapids Chair and we look forward to seeing what we will accomplish together. Go Be Awesome! At Grand Rapids Chair Company, we know that our employees have lives that extend beyond our four walls. So, we provide competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities to continuously learn and grow professionally. We were even named one of Grand Rapids' Best and Brightest Companies to Work ForŪ. Just like our customers, we want our employees to SIT HAPPY, too. Visit our website at www.grandrapidschair.com/careers for more details.   Description The Planner oversees the status of open orders and originates correspondence following established procedures to assure compliance with commitments and scheduled needs. Assists with production schedules and work order distribution. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Manages cycle count process according to procedures and participates in inventory control and adjustments, and cycle counts as needed. Manage inventory space planning in coordination with materials manager. Maintains planning data in Grand Rapids Chair planning system. Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to established manufacturing. manufacturing sequences and lead times. Resolves PO receipt discrepancies. Draws up production schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet in stock dates as determined by the inventory stocking plan. Confers with department supervisors to determine status of the current schedule and optimization of the upcoming schedule and close orders as needed. Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedule to meet unforeseen conditions. Manages reporting functions through the ERP system as requested. Works closely with Supply Chain Manager and Engineering during Engineering Change Process in order to coordinate release dates while minimizing excess / obsolete materials Key participant in reducing cycle time of order input, sales acknowledgement and shop floor job release processes; works closely with manufacturing team and customer service to promote efficient communication and information exchange Major contributor to cost reduction opportunities in large jobs – closely monitors job sizes and works closely with customer service manager, materials manager and manufacturing manager to change job methods if alternative methods are known to reduce costs Utilized standard procedures for the preparation of labor planning documents. Performs other duties as assigned.   Position Requirements Associates Degree or Technical Certification or equivalent combination of education/training and experience. One-year experience in planning, scheduling, or related position in manufacturing environment. Two years of college or related professional training. Excellent verbal and written skills. Multi-tasking skills: ability to work on a number of deadline driven tasks simultaneously with a sense of urgency. Flexibility to work in a changing environment. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Able to work effectively in a team environment.   Shift First   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Category Materials Management   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://GrandRapidsChairCompany.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Human Resources Coordinator in Byron Center , MI Posted on: 2/29/2024 [Apply Now] CNC Operator I & II in Byron Center , MI Posted on: 3/4/2024 [Apply Now] Woodworker in Byron Center , MI Posted on: 3/4/2024 [Apply Now]

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