Production Planner/Scheduler
Description
Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don't just meet standards—they redefine them.
What You'll Do
Our Houston (G12) facility, Power Division, is looking for a Production Planner/Scheduler for the production ramp of MVTx transformers and RMU switchgear. The position reports to the Planning Manager. Responsible for coordinating and developing production schedules on a daily and weekly basis to meet customer delivery and production goals, and for confirming that materials and components are available before production is released.
The responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
Plan, schedule, coordinate and monitor MVTx transformers and RMU switchgear through the complete production cycle based on customer orders, forecast and delivery requirements
Build and maintain the weekly MVT and RMU build plan by work center: core cutting, winding, E-core and active part assembly, drying, tanking and oil filling, final assembly and test
Work from engineering plans, BOMs and routings to establish production schedules, labor loading by shift, and capacity requirements (winding machines, drying oven, test bay)
Release, monitor and close Oracle WIP discrete jobs
Confirm material readiness with a clear-to-build check before each build week and before jobs are released; communicate shortages and need dates to Purchasing and the Materials Planner
Make or recommend revisions to planned production schedules as necessary when schedules cannot be met
Reschedule rework, unfinished parts, and assemblies, new production releases, and special orders
Translate the customer forecast and orders into the production plan; analyze demand requirements vs. supply commitments and capacity
Performs due diligence by conducting what-if analyses for all demand changes, prior to agreements being made with customers
Executes MRP runs in Oracle and Kinaxis RapidResponse for changed demand and end item supply requirements
Works with Master Production Scheduling to ensure closed loop feedback process is in place for all potential risks to meeting supply
Works with Purchasing to confirm materials availability for all demand requests that require orders to be expedited or placed within lead-time
Works with Management and Supply Chain for agreement of order quantities and rules, buffer inventories, etc.
Leads the daily production status meeting with Operations, Quality, Engineering and Materials
Tracks and reports weekly KPIs: schedule attainment, on-time delivery, WIP, cycle time, capacity utilization and plan vs. actual
Establish effective communication with various departments as necessary to meet production requirements
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering or Business, or equivalent experience required
Minimum 3–5 years of production planning/scheduling experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment
Strong knowledge of manufacturing capabilities and processes
A strong background in MRP; Oracle EBS (WIP, MRP, BOMs and routings) preferred
Kinaxis RapidResponse experience a plus
An understanding of master scheduling and forecasting processes
Preferred experience with heavy electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear) or other high-mix engineered products; willing to work in a fast paced, new-plant ramp environment
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to manage internal and external customer relationships required
Strong computer skills: MS Office and advanced Excel (lookups, pivot tables)
Ability to create and understand reports to support production decisions
APICS CPIM a plus (not required)
A desire to promote the success of the organization and production staff
Why Join Us?
Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.