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PLANNER Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Let's simplify itthink belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? What to Expect As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward‑thinking, open‑minded, and well‑rounded individuals to join our global team. Key Responsibilities Planning: Manage demand from Master Production Schedule (MPS) to accurate production programs. Control work orders, jobs, and production controls. Assure schedule production programs according to customers’ needs. Manage machine and mold constraints in accordance with demand requirements. Monitor service level and inventory health performance. Keep work‑in‑process inventory at optimal level. Develop people resources and information tools for productivity optimization. Prepare production programs with machine load based on production standards and customer requirements. Distribute weekly shipment and delivery programs, prioritizing production, balancing load, and following up on programs to eradicate obsolete inventory and optimize inventory using inventory‑management tools. Materials Management: Convert and communicate demand requirements for products into detailed plans and schedule programs for inventory level optimization. Calculate key inventory performance for materials and accessories. Ensure production programs are on time, correct, and efficient in programming. Guarantee client satisfaction and maintain service levels above 95%. Control inventories to ensure timely deliveries in lines and volume. Eliminate lost sales, zeroes, and low inventory levels. Promote continuous improvement with a focus on prevention and a respectful work environment. Promote awareness of customers and materials usage accuracy to assure customer compliance. Why Gates? Founded in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones, we operate as ‘One Gates’ and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real‑world experience that enables us to solve our customers’ diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. About You 2–4 years of experience in a similar position (minimum). Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred. 70% English proficiency. Self‑control in hard situations. Detail‑oriented while being conscientious of aggressive timelines. Customer focus. Teamwork collaboration. Problem solving and decision making. Accountability and responsibility. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Excel) and other ERP systems, such as Oracle. Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr