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This is an opportunity for an experienced planner to join a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the supply of Transducer and Thermal products at Instron, based in High Wycombe. This role is primarily responsible for planning and managing the supply of parts and assemblies predominantly for Transducer and Thermal products (T&T) to customers both internal and external. In addition, this role will also ensure that products procured from suppliers meet set quality standards and specifications.
Job Responsibility:
Raise internal works orders and purchasing requirements to drive material through the supply chain to achieve on time performance and Month on Hand (MoH) targets
Consolidate internal and external delivery commitments into one agreed order schedule, in line with customer expectations
Collaborate with Operations Manager (T&T) to provide real-time information on production priorities, material supply and (on/behind target output data)
Process Engineering Change Orders, Custom Bill of Materials (BoM) releases and new product introductions into existing production plans
Provide accurate, timely and concise feedback to keep key stakeholders appraised of forecasting and delivery performance
Participate in the ongoing improvement of manufacturing data accuracy
Maintenance of planning procedures and best practice to ensure continuity of supply (safety stock, MoH targets), production and delivery in areas of responsibility
Work with cell leaders to maintain data integrity in the ERP system
to enable KPI reporting on WIP monitoring, Work Centre utilisation, planning and customer backlogs, lead time /schedule attainment etc
Liaise on a weekly basis with UK cell leaders and US site stakeholders to communicate demand patterns and work with Supply Chain to identify any supply risks affecting customer shipments & line stops
Participate in Lean manufacturing projects and initiatives in support of the High Wycombe business
Schedule and manage Fast spares orders for High Wycombe site
Support and cover for planning and management of sales RMA’s i.e. physical return of parts for repair – from receipt of request to return to customer as required
Monitor and evaluate supply chain processes to ensure product quality of parts supplied to Instron
Collaborate with external suppliers to address quality issues and implement corrective actions
Develop and maintain quality control standards and procedures
Create and present reports on quality performance metrics
Conduct supplier audits and assessments
Work closely with internal teams to align quality standards and objectives
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards
Requirements:
Level 4 or above qualification in Manufacturing Planning or equivalent, desirable
Certification in Supply Chain Operations or Supplier Quality, desirable
Minimum of a BTEC, City & Guild or Apprenticeship at Level 3 in a Planning, Supply Chain or Manufacturing discipline, with relevant Planning experience
Demonstrable ability to assess and prioritise deliverables to meet set deadlines
Knowledge of ERP based MRP systems
Understand Lean manufacturing principles
Strong understanding of quality control principles and methodologies
Knowledge and expertise with Excel and data manipulation
Analytical, methodical with high attention to accuracy
Good at communications both internal and external
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Manufacturing planning environment
Experience gained in a quality assurance or supply chain role
High precision engineered products manufacturing with internal and external supply chains