Who We Are.
At Shape Technologies Group (SHAPE) we’re devoted to a single goal: delivering innovative manufacturing process solutions that propel our customers to success. SHAPE is a strategic ecosystem of companies including Flow International, Dynamic Robotic Solutions (DRS), KMT Waterjet, H20 Jet, AquaDyne, Advanced Pressure Systems (APS), Tech-Con Automation, Aquarese, Projet System and TOPS. Collectively, we provide an extensive portfolio of manufacturing process solutions to customers around the world. The core technology of SHAPE was founded in high pressure waterjet cutting, cleaning, and surface preparation. Today, SHAPE’s offerings span automated assembly, material handling, software, process control, robotic motion systems, ultrahigh-pressure cutting and cleaning, aftermarket parts, and extensive support.

The SHAPE difference can be seen in our people. With industry leading technologists, manufacturing experts, and skilled service professionals, SHAPE team members listen to our customers to anticipate their needs and deliver technical know-how that transforms our customers’ visions into reality.

Spanning 100 countries and a broad array of industries, SHAPE is expanding its reach through a growing number of direct and indirect channels. By partnering with our customers, we become integral to the successful design and manufacture of their next-generation products. We continually scour the globe for new, industry-leading technologies to add to our differentiated portfolio of offerings and grow our customer base. Our vision is to become the preeminent advanced process solutions partner handling the highly engineered products of tomorrow.

This role is responsible for planning material requirements for manufactured parts/assemblies to include meeting all inventory targets for on time delivery and days of inventory on hand. This position will coordinate, schedule, and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments and operations to ensure current capacity meets daily production forecasts and demands. Work independently on a daily basis with some limited guidance from the department supervisor.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
• Generate and release production work orders and prioritize build schedule to ensure finished parts are available for on time delivery of customer orders.
• Work closely with buyers to ensure purchase parts are ordered and available for work orders to be completed on time.
• Analyze demand and adjust stock quantities as required to maintain optimum days on hand.
• Ensure adequate plant inventory levels for work-in-process and finished goods and optimize inventory investments.
• Daily processing of all MRP generated messages.
• Monitor slow moving and obsolete material and recommend disposition.
• Plan, develop and manage production-demand plan.
• Analyze and update plans and schedules to meet production-demand plan to meet desired level of customer service (both internal and external).
• Track schedule adherence to ensure work orders are completed on time.
• Develop and recommend solutions to problems that may arise with assigned parts including scheduling production, expediting, quality, BOM accuracy and MRP issues, and then drive complete resolution on all issues.
• Professionally and expeditiously respond to inquiries from customer service and other internal customers regarding completion status of assigned parts and other inquiries.
• Support design changes and assist with implementation of new products and Engineering Changes.
• Monitor and control internal supplier performance using KPI metrics, and with manufacturing support, develop, coordinate and execute corrective actions for unsatisfactory performance.
• Monitor and control component level inventory utilization and scheduling activities to ensure the business needs are met.
• Using CIP and other tools identify, recommend, and implement improvements in processes and procedures.

• High level of knowledge of MRP and JIT planning processes.
• Experience with custom, highly engineered components and assemblies desired.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High level of analytical ability where problems are complex.
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently on projects and function effectively in a team environment.
• PC proficient, working knowledge of MS Office applications, Microsoft Dynamics AX experience desired.
• Goal-oriented and a demonstrated ability to continually prioritize tasks with sensitivity to deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing production planning and scheduling desired.

Education/Experience and/or Training:
• Bachelor’s degree in related area, or equivalent experience and training.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Planner in a manufacturing environment working with multiple level bills of material and multiple processes of production.
• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent training desired.

What it’s Like to Work Here.
We are a team of technology enthusiasts who pride ourselves on constantly raising the industry bar. Our world is fast paced and customer focused. With principles, performance and an authentic passion for results deeply rooted in our daily interactions, we are full of opportunity. We strive to create a trust-based environment where driving results and positive attitudes coexist. We are friendly, respectful, and motivated to deliver strong performance in everything we do.

What We Offer.
In addition to training and career advancement opportunities, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, education reimbursement, charitable gift matching and more.

Think You’ve Got What it Takes?
If you’re ready to have some fun, focus on results, and drive for the pursuit of quality in everything you do, we want you to join us.

Apply online at http://www.flowwaterjet.com/en/careers.aspx.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.