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Production Value Stream Planning Manager
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Job Overview
This role oversees material flow from Receiving through Production to Shipping at Thorlabs, a global industry leading optical technologies company. The Production Value Stream Planning Manager will lead the development and implementation of procedures and standard work for production scheduling, material handling, inventory management, and distribution.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop standard work for key processes in the Planning, Stores, and Packing and Shipping functions and train the teams across both shifts to follow the standard
- Work closely with the Inventory Controller on the design and implementation of milkrounds to support a continuous flow of materials from Stores through Production to Inspection and Shipping
- Regularly audit all standard work in Planning, Stores, and Packing, using this as an opportunity for coaching and mentoring when there are deviations from the process
- Develop teams to apply problem-solving skills to conduct root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives that follow PDCA or lean principles
- Ensure Planning team provides onsite production scheduling support for the specified coverage periods and manage the team rota to ensure fair workload distribution
- Ensure each Planner can use capacity planning to schedule work across all Motion Control production teams
- Apply problem solving methods (5 Whys, Ishikawa) to identify root causes of production flow issues or deviations from standard work
- Cross-train on Tables BU Planning processes in order to support when needed
Requirements
This role requires previous Planning, Inventory Controller, or other Supply Chain related experience. A positive approach to continuous improvement activities, a flexible approach to work requests, and strong communication skills are also essential. Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 2012 would be an advantage.
What We Offer
At Thorlabs, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, including pension, health care, and 25 days holiday plus public holidays. We also provide opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression.
