Production Scheduler Supervisor jobs in Santa Clara, CA

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Job Purpose:

In a team based environment; the Production Planner will provide a critical link and work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Purchasing and Manufacturing to adequately support all planning activities in a timely manner.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performs scheduling functions involved with Managing Work orders, coordinating products and materials movement through the manufacturing processes to completion and on time shipment.
- Reviews  backlog to determine materials shortages and capacity requirements to provide commitments feedback to customer.
- Coordinates the efficient expediting of materials and work in process with purchasing, production and engineering. Proactively identify areas of potential supply concerns, keeping in mind capacity constraints, shortages and communicates analysis/recommendations to all parties impacted. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions related to material planning and production scheduling.

-A working knowledge of Kinaxis Rapid Response Advanced planning systems is a plus and highly desirable

Education and Experience: 
BS/AA degree with APICS training, Advanced planning systems knowledge is a plus.
5 years experience as a  Production planner or equivalent.
Ideal candidate must have strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent Oracle 11i, MS-Excel, MS-Office and MRP knowledge is a must

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Salary Range(annual): $68,000 - $74,000

In addition, Sanmina Provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.