Advanced Planning Analyst / Specialist

About the Role

Eagle Bend Manufacturing is hiring an exceptional Advanced Planning Analyst Specialist to manage and optimize the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance of the material storage and conveyance system across the facility, including any off-site warehousing operations. Primary focus is on streamlining processes, reducing costs, and improving the flow of materials through the value stream.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct VSM analysis to visualize and streamline end-to-end processes.
• Develop and implement visual management tools, such as Virtual Kanban to provide real -time visibility for production planning and material flow.
• Develop and maintain PFEP to ensure optimal inventory levels
• Design and reconfigure warehouse layout to optimize space utilization with minimum travel distances for materials.
• Lead packaging development initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact
• Participate in the APQP process to represent Materials and Logistics for launching programs.
• Work collaboratively with the cross functional team to develop and implement Mafact initiatives.

Your preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Automotive supply chain optimization, with expertise in Value stream mapping, PFEP, packaging development, material storage design, material flow optimization, logistics process improvement, border of line and material presentation.

Who we are looking for

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools and methodologies.
• Accepts personal responsibility to plan and conduct their work safely in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable standards, and guidelines as well as company policies and procedures.

Site Benefits

• Low Cost Health Insurance 
• Low Cost Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching 
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave (Staring 2025)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Online Career Development with Free Tuition 
• Referral Program - Up to $1,500 per Skill Trade Referral
• Onsite cafeteria Serving Hot Breakfast and Lunch
• Self-Checkout Snacks and Drinks Market 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Annual Employee and Family Events

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

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