Capacity Planner jobs in Ankeny, IA

Capacity Planner plans, measures, and monitors operating limits and capacities of an organization. Forecasts and plans capacity requirements to ensure alignment with department or unit and determine variance from production schedules, resource levels, and inventory demand. Being a Capacity Planner identifies and troubleshoots production issues or bottlenecks that impact plant capacity. Coordinates with internal stakeholders like engineering, sales, and marketing to understand and develop current and forecasted plans. Additionally, Capacity Planner utilizes manufacturing data and reports to drive key insights into efficiency, production rate, and other performance metrics. Produces reports that evaluate plant capacity and identify areas needing improvement. Recommends process and equipment improvements to optimize production capabilities. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Capacity Planner occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Capacity Planner typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Planner
  • Systems Control, a division of Northern Star Industries, Inc.
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    As the Planner, you will support the daily manufacturing operations, including tracking and reporting on production schedules and key performance metrics.

    Qualifications

    EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

    • Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience in Engineering, Logistics, Materials Management, Manufacturing or related field is preferred.
    • Three to five years experience in planning or production control in a manufacturing environment.

     

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Proven ability to think critically and use data to make sound decisions
    • Track record of influencing others and working together to achieve common goals
    • Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to find root cause
    • Strong computer skills including MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project
    • Strong understanding/knowledge of Primavera/P6 software or ability to be trained in on scheduling software
    • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills
    • Remote work flexibility is an option but onsite presence for understanding of current state production is required

    Responsibilities

    • Develop & maintain all project schedules to meet our customer requirements
    • Manage the level loading of our production schedules to reduce waste and improve resource utilization
    • Update production planning boards daily to ensure current information is available to all team members
    • Prepare and clearly communicate key customer and internal project milestones
    • Coordinate and interface with production, purchasing, materials and engineering project teams to ensure schedules are being met
    • Issue and meter all jobs being released to the factory with a goal to minimize WIP, maximize throughput, meet cadence goals & ensure proper workload to satisfy current demand
    • Create, maintain & monitor metrics for on-time delivery, internal cadence and current production workload.
    • Capture and calculate capacities vs. workloads to assist in utilization of resources
    • Assist in resolving material problems to support start dates

     

  • 22 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Systems Control
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Overview: As the Planner, you will support the daily manufacturing operations, including tracking and reporting on production schedules and key performance metrics. Qualifications: EXPERIENCE & EDUCAT...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Maintenance Planner
  • C&W Services
  • EDDYVILLE, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job TitleMaintenance PlannerJob Description SummaryJob DescriptionWho Are We? C&W Services is the industry leader in cutting-edge maintenance and janitorial programs for facilities ranging corporate o...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Event planner
  • Iowa State University
  • Ames, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Summary Are you ready to bring the party to life and make every event a memorable experience? Look no further! Iowa State University is seeking an enthusiastic Event Planner I to join ...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Excursion Planner
  • Enchanted Adventures
  • Ames, IA FULL_TIME
  • We are searching for a remote position, outgoing candidate to join our growing team! If you have a passion for travel, great with organization, and love to help others then you are highly encouraged t...
  • 24 Days Ago

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RME Planner
  • JLL
  • Bondurant, IA FULL_TIME
  • About the RoleThe RME Planner will be a member of the Reliability Maintenance and Engineering team and will work with network the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) team as well as the Reliability Mana...
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Assembler
  • World Class Industries
  • Des Moines, IA
  • WCI is committed to building a championship culture centered around caring, learning, and results that provides the bene...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Manager, Nodal Transmission Modeling
  • Black & Veatch
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Project Manager, Nodal Transmission Modeling** Date: Mar 10, 2024 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Compa...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Territory Account Manager
  • Hulcher Services Inc.
  • Bondurant, IA
  • Territory Accounts Manager - Agriculture North (Minnesota, Northern Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Da...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Territory Account Manager
  • Hulcher Services Inc.
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Territory Accounts Manager - Agriculture - North (Minnesota, Northern Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota and South ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Carrier Sales Specialist
  • TMC Transportation
  • Des Moines, IA
  • TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headqu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Talent Community- Finance Managers
  • CBRE
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Talent Community- Finance Managers Job ID 84376 Posted 31-Aug-2022 Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Accounting/Fina...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Electrical Engineer 4 - Hydropower & Renewables - Sacramento, CA (Hybrid)
  • Black & Veatch
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Lead Electrical Engineer 4 - Hydropower & Renewables - Sacramento, CA (Hybrid)** Date: Mar 8, 2024 Location: Rancho Co...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Electrical Engineer 6 - Hydropower & Renewables - Sacramento, CA (Hybrid)
  • Black & Veatch
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Lead Electrical Engineer 6 - Hydropower & Renewables - Sacramento, CA (Hybrid)** Date: Mar 8, 2024 Location: Rancho Co...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ankeny is a city in Polk County, Iowa, United States and home to Des Moines Area Community College. Ankeny is a rapidly growing suburb just north of Des Moines, Iowa's capital city. Ankeny covers approximately 33 square miles and has a population estimated at 54,598 after a special census conducted in 2015. This census also estimated the city's growth at 5 persons per day. The U.S. Census Bureau recently named Ankeny the fastest growing city in the Midwest and the 4th fastest growing city in the United States. Ankeny is the 9th largest city in Iowa and the 3rd largest in Polk County. The po...
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