Prototype Planner at Amtec Human Capital
Sterling Heights, MI
About the Job
Prototype Planner
Temp-to-Hire
Sterling Heights, MI
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering
Our Combat Mission Systems business is hiring a Prototype Planner to organize, communicate, and track to completion of prototyping projects where we make concepts tangible.
The Combat Missions Systems team is seeking a Prototype Planner to organize the key information necessary for prototype development efforts that will take place at one of our 3 prototyping centers
If you enjoy the challenge of creating something new and developing solutions by coordinating all released engineering technical data into usable procurement and prototype fabrication & assembly requirements, then this role may be for you.
In this role, you will also create and maintain a prototype plan based on forecast, inventory levels, safety stock levels, and project specific levels while minimizing cost
Creates and maintains the Bill of Materials from release drawings and requests, actively participates decision points during a prototyping effort, and works with management to identify and mitigate risks throughout project execution
Performs diversified duties involving the coordination, issuance and control of materials for the assigned project(s) and Prototype Network
Analyzes Oracle reports/output recommendations and releases factory orders to manufacturing and assembly areas
Evaluates Oracle reports/output recommendations and initiates appropriate actions related to cancellation, reschedule or modification to released jobs in Fabrication & Assembly
Works with Supply Chain to expedite purchased material components shortages with the appropriate buyer
Participates in daily scheduled factory order status meetings to achieve 100% on time performance where possible
Interfaces closely with Build Project Lead/Prototype integration engineers to evaluate customer requirements and approve the release of materials in support of special projects and prototype builds
Monitors and adjusts as necessary, build schedules to maintain valid due dates on all orders
Releases sufficient work to meet department earned hours targets
Informs immediate supervisor of potential voids and assists in remedial actions to make adjustments
Participates as a team member on task forces to reduce costs, inventory levels and improve on-time delivery of products
Coordinate with Engineering on the release of drawings and reviews for manufacturability of parts and material requirements
Serve as point of contact and subject matter expert for coordination of all released engineering data and responsible for the translation of this data into usable procurement and manufacturing requirements
Prioritize work and coordinate with Engineering Program Managers, Team Leads, Quality, and Certification groups to achieve program efficiencies, meet established deadlines, and minimize operational impacts
Coordinate with the broader Prototype Network team to analyze prototyping schedules and capacity requirements
Provide timely status and expedite work around plans to preserve schedule
Identify relevant trends and improvement opportunities, then develop and coordinate corrective actions
Promote a culture of safety by monitoring self and others to assure all duties are performed within the guidelines.
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline and/or 3-5 years’ experience working in a Prototype/Production Control / Planning or Materials group in a prototyping or manufacturing environment (equivalent experience will be considered) Experience with material planning
Excel, Power Point and Word experience required
Familiarity with Oracle business system Awareness and understanding of Bills of Material Strong communication, analysis, and math skills a plus
Data analysis skills using Excel or equivalent is required
Ability to perform accurate data entry skills
Highly organized and able to multitask
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Ability to effectively troubleshoot problems.
Skills Preferred: Experience with ORACLE, MRP/ERP systems
Temp-to-Hire
Sterling Heights, MI
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering
Our Combat Mission Systems business is hiring a Prototype Planner to organize, communicate, and track to completion of prototyping projects where we make concepts tangible.
The Combat Missions Systems team is seeking a Prototype Planner to organize the key information necessary for prototype development efforts that will take place at one of our 3 prototyping centers
If you enjoy the challenge of creating something new and developing solutions by coordinating all released engineering technical data into usable procurement and prototype fabrication & assembly requirements, then this role may be for you.
In this role, you will also create and maintain a prototype plan based on forecast, inventory levels, safety stock levels, and project specific levels while minimizing cost
Creates and maintains the Bill of Materials from release drawings and requests, actively participates decision points during a prototyping effort, and works with management to identify and mitigate risks throughout project execution
Performs diversified duties involving the coordination, issuance and control of materials for the assigned project(s) and Prototype Network
Analyzes Oracle reports/output recommendations and releases factory orders to manufacturing and assembly areas
Evaluates Oracle reports/output recommendations and initiates appropriate actions related to cancellation, reschedule or modification to released jobs in Fabrication & Assembly
Works with Supply Chain to expedite purchased material components shortages with the appropriate buyer
Participates in daily scheduled factory order status meetings to achieve 100% on time performance where possible
Interfaces closely with Build Project Lead/Prototype integration engineers to evaluate customer requirements and approve the release of materials in support of special projects and prototype builds
Monitors and adjusts as necessary, build schedules to maintain valid due dates on all orders
Releases sufficient work to meet department earned hours targets
Informs immediate supervisor of potential voids and assists in remedial actions to make adjustments
Participates as a team member on task forces to reduce costs, inventory levels and improve on-time delivery of products
Coordinate with Engineering on the release of drawings and reviews for manufacturability of parts and material requirements
Serve as point of contact and subject matter expert for coordination of all released engineering data and responsible for the translation of this data into usable procurement and manufacturing requirements
Prioritize work and coordinate with Engineering Program Managers, Team Leads, Quality, and Certification groups to achieve program efficiencies, meet established deadlines, and minimize operational impacts
Coordinate with the broader Prototype Network team to analyze prototyping schedules and capacity requirements
Provide timely status and expedite work around plans to preserve schedule
Identify relevant trends and improvement opportunities, then develop and coordinate corrective actions
Promote a culture of safety by monitoring self and others to assure all duties are performed within the guidelines.
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline and/or 3-5 years’ experience working in a Prototype/Production Control / Planning or Materials group in a prototyping or manufacturing environment (equivalent experience will be considered) Experience with material planning
Excel, Power Point and Word experience required
Familiarity with Oracle business system Awareness and understanding of Bills of Material Strong communication, analysis, and math skills a plus
Data analysis skills using Excel or equivalent is required
Ability to perform accurate data entry skills
Highly organized and able to multitask
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Ability to effectively troubleshoot problems.
Skills Preferred: Experience with ORACLE, MRP/ERP systems