Production Execution/Planning Manager – Space Systems Programs
L3Harris Technologies
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Palm Bay • Florida • United States
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About the role
- Spearhead the development of the capacity management process including identification of capacity gaps to ensure successful execution
- Investigate systems and tools to develop, maintain, and create visual display of metrics that measure manufacturing performance against material plans, kit readiness, and cost and schedule goals
- Development and continuous management of site Master Production Schedules
- Perform root cause analysis on missed metrics or process escapes, develop, and implement corrective and preventative actions
- Develop and lead strategic improvement initiatives to optimize flow of material, visual management of factories and improve processing cycle times
- Create strong internal supplier relationships and collaborate to improve delivery of production inputs including Engineering designs, equipment, and materials
- Expand the use of ERP/MRP system to drive more automation within the operation and promote measurement/adherence to process time standards
- Maintain MES system setup of work instruction and analyze production data for cycle time reduction opportunities
- Drive a Safety and Quality first culture on the production planning team and across Operations with your peers on the Operations Management Team
- Motivate and develop capability of the production planning team; grow technical skills, as well as project management and facilitation skills
- Lead monthly S&OP process, including scheduling meetings, coordinating content input, and preparing the executive S&OP slide deck
- Provide management oversight and guidance for kit readiness and release, management and tracking of WIP and consumables, resolution of real-time production material defects, and replenishment to factory work cells
- Focus on constantly improving efficiency of processes utilizing automation and strategies from Lean Manufacturing
- Support bids by providing manpower estimates for the execution of programs
- Support management of government/customer property control program, internal property control program, and calibration planning for production needs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience; Or, Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 16 years of prior related experience
- Proven success and results in driving improvements in cost, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated experience leading and transforming teams
- 6+ years of experience with ERP/MRP systems, experience as an ERP/MRP super user preferred
- Experience with MES systems and other Master Production Scheduling tools
- APICS certifications in planning, inventory management, logistics or others
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly identify efficient solutions to problems
- Ability to think systemically
- Strong coaching and employee development skills
- Knowledge and experience with Lean and 6 Sigma tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, Kaizen, process control, root cause analysis, etc.
- Dedicated to continuous improvement
- Project Management skills and the ability to organize and manage multiple products through manufacturing process simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with management and personnel at all levels.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
capacity managementroot cause analysisMaster Production SchedulingLean Manufacturing6 Sigma5Svalue stream mappingprocess controlproject managementanalytical skills
Soft Skills
team leadershipcoachingemployee developmentcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingorganizational skillsmotivationstrategic improvementcontinuous improvement
Certifications
APICS certification in planningAPICS certification in inventory managementAPICS certification in logistics