AFL · 2 weeks ago
Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) Systems Analyst
Duncan, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAFL is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable and connectivity solutions, seeking an Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) Systems Analyst to enhance their APS system performance. The role involves providing technical support, maintaining system functionality, and collaborating with various teams to improve scheduling accuracy and system deployments.
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Responsibilities
Partner with manufacturing, IT, and the APS software vendor to provide prompt support for issue resolution
Collaborate with users and support teams to identify APS system gaps and required enhancements in support of business objectives considering functionality, schedule accuracy, modeling logic, workflows, and data integrity
Coordinate the prioritization of deliverables with IT and the APS software vendor. Rigorously apply project management techniques to insure timely execution from development of the detailed requirements to production release
For new APS system deployments, create the data inputs, build the software model, complete exhaustive end-to-end testing, conduct user training, and create all required outputs
Revise, maintain or create new APS system reports, dashboards, alerts, and other related outputs used by operations, supply chain, production, and engineering
Complete day-to-day system maintenance including managing backups; monitoring and responding to alerts; and identifying data inconsistencies, errors, and bugs that could diminish performance or cause inaccurate schedules and other outputs
Be self-sufficient in documenting technical requirements and training materials for the users
Qualification
Required
Technical degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent with an emphasis on operations and data systems
At least five years of experience as an APS analyst or similar role in the identification, implementation, and execution of IT system improvements in a manufacturing environment
At least three years of experience in a production scheduling role as a master scheduler or similar role
Strong background in the use of ERP systems with a solid understanding of items, BoMs/routes, sales orders, WIP, and inventory transactions
Practical experience working with SQL to bring data sets together from multiple sources for system troubleshooting, analysis, and reporting
Knowledge of the functionality and purpose of APS software with the ability to apply advanced scheduling techniques including constraint management to production scheduling
Experience with material requirements planning including calculation methods, inputs, and outputs used to create material supply/demand information
Background working with inventory management processes including finished goods/consignment, replenishment methods, inventory accuracy controls, and schedule inputs
Practical understanding of shop floor production operations and controls including methods for work-in-process tracking and material traceability as well as the inputs required for scheduling of work
Basic understanding of basic statistics and analytical methods to measure and monitor planning processes and system performance
Experienced in the deployment and use of an integrated APS system preferably Planet Together
Super-user of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) Order Management and Manufacturing modules
Intermediate or higher user of SQL Server Management Studio for data analysis including the creation of complex queries, tables, and views
Intermediate or higher user of Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services for creating data reports, alerts, and views
Intermediate or higher user of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Outlook, Access, and Word applications
Experience with forecasting, planning, scheduling, and shop floor control systems
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
Flexible time off policy
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!
Company
AFL
AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Grant Burns
Executive Vice President and General Counsel
Marc Bolick
President, Product Solutions
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