Toolroom Planner - Strattec Security Corp.

STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers providing access and security systems to the automotive market. This drives us to be an innovative company with the latest technology. STRATTEC creates exciting opportunities to people who like to work in an environment that challenges them to be creative, deal with multiple customers and projects, and research the latest technology. You will help STRATTEC to be a pioneer by working closely with the largest automotive customers in the world along with the largest electronic partners.

Let us know who you are! We want to know what motivates you and why you are the ideal candidate for our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a team oriented attitude; have a multidiscipline background, and a passion for innovation. 

If you are one who like to build a team, has strong skillsets and likes to see your own ideas come to life, apply quickly!

SUMMARY

The Toolroom Planner plays a key role in the efficient daily operation of the Strattec Security Corporation MKE Toolroom. This position, along with the Toolroom Supervisor is responsible for the efficient operation of the toolroom to ensure the timely delivery of tools to support the production goals of the organization. The planner is responsible for scheduling the activities of the toolroom personnel and outside resources, managing inventory, and implementing systems which aid in the increase of productivity and quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning and analysis of weekly and daily toolroom schedules.
• Ensure effective communication of schedules & priorities to Toolroom leadership, skilled personnel and appropriate systems.
• Optimize delivery using available inhouse and outsource resources to ensure production is disruption is minimized.
• Track and analyze delivery to determine if additional capacity is required to meet demand.
• Identify and resolve toolroom scheduling errors or deficiencies.
• Analyze delivery data with team to identify and eliminate high occurrence events that negatively impact delivery.
• Coordinate with suppliers for the procurement of new tools or the repair of existing ones.
• Implement and monitor KANBAN for critical tooling components and measure compliance
• Working with the Toolroom leadership and team, apply a continuous improvement mindset to optimize toolroom operating procedures.
• Working with the Toolroom Supervisor, maintain a detailed inventory of tools and equipment.
• Primary responsibility for initiating Purchasing Requisitions for the department.
• Assist in budget preparation for the tool room operations and the monitoring of expenditures.

RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS

Supervisory Relationships:

• Manufacturing Engineering & Tooling Manager
• No direct reports

Organization Relationships:

• Frequent contact with Toolroom Supervisor and Production Supervisors.
• Frequent contact with Tool Designers and CNC Programmers
• Frequent contact with Tool & Die Makers, Machinists and Technicians
• Moderate contact with Purchasing

External Business Relationships:

• Moderate contact with outside suppliers for tooling or equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two years of experience within a toolroom or job shop setting or five years of experience in the area of production planning, operations, purchasing and/or warehousing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Metal Working or related field preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially MS Excel.
• The ability to influence others through strong communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple deliverables in a complex environment.
• Proficiency with MRP/ERP/AS400/Kanban tools preferred.

STRATTEC Security Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.