Aston Carter · 3 days ago
Production Planning Analyst
Santa Ana, CA
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$26/hr - $30/hr
3+ years expAston Carter provides corporate talent solutions and is seeking a Production Planning Analyst. The role involves scheduling production orders, tracking work-in-progress, and collaborating with customer service to ensure on-time delivery.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Schedule production orders according to demand, stock levels, and production capacity
Track WIP and provide timely status updates
Initiate escalation processes for production disruptions such as defective machinery or raw material shortages
Consult with customer service to address potential delivery delays
Manage raw material purchase orders based on MRP requirements and available capacity in SAP
Avoid downtime due to missing raw materials while meeting inventory targets
Prepare and analyze KPIs and reports, defining and implementing actions following the PDCA loop
Participate actively in meetings, including daily LPMS, weekly TOP4, and KPI reviews
Optimize product flow and participate in lean activities
Ensure proper documentation is maintained
Qualification
Required
Experience with Excel, including pivot tables and vlookups; formulas are a plus
3+ years of planning experience, or a college degree in business or supply chain
Proficiency in ERP systems, ideally SAP, but open to others
Manufacturing experience
Preferred
Open to various industries
Knowledge of ITAR compliance
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
Aston Carter
Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-01-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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