ERP Manager / Production Planner

About the Organization Palmer Wahl Instruments, Inc. is a customer-centered company, and we pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. Our motto is "Beyond the Scale" - and we seek to provide service to reflect that goal. We offer support from our factory in Asheville, NC USA, and our staff located around the world. Description ERP Manager/Production PlannerLocation: AshevilleEmployment Type: Full-timeJob Overview:We are seeking an experienced ERP Manager/Production Planner with a strong background in implementing and managing ERP systems within a manufacturing environment. Experience with Infor Visual Manufacturing is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining methodologies, training users, managing resources, and optimizing ERP systems. Additionally, the role involves planning production activities, managing material requirements, and ensuring efficient production workflows.Key Responsibilities:ERP Management: ERP Implementation: Lead the implementation of ERP systems, ensuring they meet the various departmental requirements. Documentation: Define and document methodologies for the ERP system usage across the company. Training: Train internal users on ERP methods and operations. Consultant Management: Define necessary resources from external consultants and manage their activities. Engineering Masters Development: Develop Engineering Masters for both current and future products. Continuous Improvement: Investigate opportunities for and implement the continued growth and optimization of the ERP system. Database Management: Oversee ERP databases, including those related to employees, warehousing, outside service providers, and costing. Report Development: Develop reports using tools such as Gupta Report Builder, SQL Server Report Builder, or similar software. Automation: Develop scripts to automate processes within the ERP system.Production Planning: Material Monitoring: Monitor material requirements and usage, and communicate any shortages to the Purchasing Department. Work Order Management: Review, modify, and release customer-linked work orders to production departments. Inventory Management: Generate, review, and release work orders for in-house manufactured components. ERP System Usage Verification: Ensure proper usage of the Visual Manufacturing ERP system by production and office personnel. Process Optimization: Modify work orders and processes as needed to enhance production efficiency.Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in ERP system implementation and management, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Infor Visual Manufacturing is a plus. Experience with report-building tools such as Gupta Report Builder, SQL Server Report Builder, and scripting languages for automation. Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on process improvement. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external consultants.Benefits: Competitive wages & benefits#LI-OnsiteFull-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Asheville EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications.