Production Planner/Scheduler

Production Planner/SchedulerBe a member of dynamic, energetic manufacturing team assembling and delivering state-of-the art  equipment for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs).  You will develop the manufacturing build plan and manage our production schedules for our manufacturing facility, located in Cambridge, MA.

 

Responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:

Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, the Master Planner/Scheduler for the Bluefin organization is responsible for the scheduling and coordination of customer orders through the manufacturing areas.  Working with Purchasing and manufacturing, orders will be reviewed and scheduled in each of the manufacturing departments with schedules communicated and published.  This position will be the point of contact for Program Management to validate shipment dates to customers, and confirmation of any requested order changes. 

 

Key to this position will be the evaluation and capacity of this growing manufacturing facility.  This position will summarize production volumes and labor requirements for the horizon for clear communication to the Bluefin Management team. 

 

The Master Planner/Scheduler position is key to the implementation and maintenance of the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system for the Bluefin Manufacturing facility.

 

As processes are established and documented, this position will provide a key role in the implementation and vision of lean manufacturing techniques for the facility.   Candidates should have a solid understanding of lean manufacturing, calculation of kanbans, and a good understanding of supply chain management techniques.

 

All applicants must demonstrate a good grasp of knowledge and principles of Purchasing and Materials Management. 

 

Experience and Qualifications:

A college degree is required for this position, with major in business, logistics, or industrial engineering preferred.  Candidate must have a proven track record of success within a manufacturing environment, preferably in an Engineered product (build to order) environment.   In addition, it is critical that all respondents have at least 3-5 years of planning, master planning, or supply chain experience.   Considered a plus for this position will be to those applicants that have experience in lean manufacturing techniques and are familiar with Six Sigma.  Those individuals with certification in APICS, and have a desire build the infrastructure for this exciting business is encouraged to apply.

 

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Richard McMahon at Rmcmahon@bluefinrobotics.com .

 



 

ABOUT BLUEFIN ROBOTICS

 

Bluefin Robotics manufactures and develops Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) vehicles, systems, and technology.  Founded in 1997, the Company has grown to become a world leader in AUV products designed for military, commercial (oil and gas exploration, sea floor mapping), archaeological, and other applications.  Bluefin Robotics is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Battelle.  For more information visit www.bluefinRobotics.com.