Times Microwave Systems · 16 hours ago
Planning Assistant
Wallingford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelTimes Microwave Systems is seeking a Planning Assistant to coordinate the flow of work and materials based on production schedules. The role involves interacting with shop floor management, analyzing production documents, and maintaining schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Interacts with shop floor management on a regular basis to resolve issues and achieve daily production requirements
Works with Inventory/Stockroom to fill component shortages
Analyzes and prepares documents (work instructions, travelers, etc.) needed for production
Drives to achieve established targets for revenue and on time delivery
Monitors and drives all open orders; have detailed understanding of assigned backlog
Adjusts scheduled ship dates with the ERP system in real time as needed; advises Sales of relevant changes
Assesses feasibility of expedite requests; responds to Inside Sales within 24 hours of request
Gives direction to Purchasing for component expedites and appropriate order quantities to ensure material availability
Maintains the production schedule and other reports as required
Follows-up as required with all teams to expedite flow of materials and documents to meet production schedule and customer expectation
Qualification
Required
Previous Production Planning, especially in a manufacturing environment, strongly preferred
Excellent computer skills, particularly Excel
Proficiency using ERP Systems
High sense of urgency and ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Strong organization and communication skills
Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines
Customer service oriented
Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify solutions to problems
Able to manage time and priorities
Company
Times Microwave Systems
Times Microwave Systems designs & manufactures high performance coaxial cable, connectors, & cable assemblies for use in wireless systems.
Founded in 1948
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase