Production Planner at Dean Technology, Inc.

Addison, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Planning, Scheduling, Electronics Manufacturing, Data Analysis, Communication, Organization, Problem-Solving, MRP, ERP, BOMs, Lean Manufacturing, NPI, ECO, Excel, Teamwork, Attention to Detail

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Description DESCRIPTION: Dean Technology is seeking a Production Planner to support our high-mix, medium-volume electronics manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for planning and scheduling production across SMT, assembly, test, and box-build while balancing customer priorities, material availability, and shop capacity in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, data-driven, and comfortable managing frequent change while working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and customer-facing teams. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules. Release and manage work orders to meet customer delivery commitments. Sequence jobs to optimize line utilization and changeovers. Adjust schedules in response to material shortages, ECOs, and production issues. Coordinate closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Test. Support NPI, prototype, and ECO-driven builds. Maintain accurate data in the ERP/MRP system (BOMs, routings, work orders). Track and report on schedule adherence, WIP, shortages, and on-time delivery. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve flow and responsiveness. Requirements Required Qualifications 3+ years of production planning or scheduling experience in electronics manufacturing. Experience in a high-mix environment with frequent changes and customer-driven priorities. Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, BOMs, routings, and work orders. Strong Excel and data analysis skills. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities. Preferred Qualifications Experience in Electro-Mechanical systems manufacturing Exposure to NPI and ECO-intensive environments. Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles. APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) a plus. Why Dean Technology High-visibility role with direct impact on customer delivery. Collaborative, hands-on manufacturing environment. Opportunity to influence processes in a growing, dynamic operation. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Must be able to check availability of parts · Prepare production schedule to ensure that facility has the necessary material and manpower to meet required manufacturing/production level. · Use computer to run reports on a daily basis to analyze and measure the current production status. · Identify problem areas that inhibit full schedule realization · Identify and resolve suppliers and internal errors that result on a budget or schedule discrepancies. QUALIFICATIONS: · Strong communication and organizational skills. · Work well with other departments to ensure a smooth and seamlessly workflow. · Ability to change directions and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks on a regular basis. · Eye for detail. · High school diploma or equivalent · Speak and read English · Mature work ethic and team player PREFERABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: · Computer skills a must. · Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Planner/Scheduler · Ability to think independently while successfully functioning in a team environment · Understanding of SMT, assembly, and test operations. About us: We are a private firm that specializes in designing and manufacturing high voltage products serving the industrial, medical and commercial sectors. We are an established company with three locations in the USA, a presence in Europe, as well as manufacturing operations in China. This is a full-time position in Addison, TX., with the offer of benefits, which include health insurance, vision, life, STD, LTD, dental and 401k. There will be a 90-day evaluation period for this position. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the person so classified. Nor is this summary an employment contract or promise of ongoing employment

Responsibilities

The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules, managing work orders, and adjusting schedules based on material availability and production issues. They will also coordinate with various departments to ensure efficient production flow.