Hydro-Dyne Engineering is looking for a Production Planner based in Clearwater, Florida. This position requires someone willing to learn and understand our products. HDE designs and manufactures a highly specialized proprietary product line servicing municipal and industrial water treatment facilities around the world. We take great pride in our engineering capabilities, extensive manufacturing expertise, and our superior commitment to customer service. Our ever-increasing market share affords us the ability to provide new opportunities for exceptional people.

Position Summary: Responsible for maintaining an optimal production schedule based on assigned job priorities, available manufacturing capabilities, and identifying supply-chain risk.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials between various departments, ensuring the timely completion of Service and Parts orders
• Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to meet changing demands and prioritize urgent orders
• Collaborate with production planners, supervisors, and other stakeholders to plan and schedule production activities
• Track and review inventory needed, ensuring that materials and supplies are available when needed and minimizing production delays
• Communicate production status, delays, and issues to relevant stakeholders, including management and sales teams
• Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any issues or discrepancies
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records, including work orders and production reports
• Coordinate and place Production POs for laser and brake in the Machine shop
• Work closely with Machine shop leads to continually improve workflow through laser and brake areas
• Coordinate with planners to ensure final work assemblies are receiving lower level product in a timely fashion
• Keep work area organized to maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Performs all other duties as directed by Management

Competencies & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, certification or training in Production Planning or Supply Chain Management is a plus
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a Manufacturing or Production environment
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and software systems for production planning, inventory management and data analysis
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills in data analysis and problem solving
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement concepts
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within manufacturing, including production scheduling, inventory control and quality assurance
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required to meet production deadlines
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently
• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration and coordination between different departments
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address issues and make timely decisions to meet production deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to drive processes to a successful end and work within tight deadlines
• Extremely organized, acute attention to detail, and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality and integrity of production processes
• Ability to adapt to the work environment, deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events, while promoting a positive outlook
• Positive work ethic and capability to work with all team members on every level
• Works independently and productively with little supervision, but also an excellent team member who is driven to contribute to the team effort
• Comfortable working in a non-temperature-controlled environment
• Required to wear PPE equipment at all times while on production floor
• Extremely dependable; consistently at work and on time (notifies if late or absent prior to being late of absent), follows instruction, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance
• Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and practices to ensure compliance and maintain a safe working environment.
• Respect for the Company’s resources; treat company equipment, funds, time and co-workers with respect

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, family responsibilities, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Position Comp/Hours

• This is a salary non-exempt position. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and abilities.
• Standard hours are 8:00am-5:00pm for the office and 6:30am-3:30am for the warehouse. Flexible and hybrid schedules may be available.

To apply, send your resume to careers@hydro-dyne.com.