DRS Technologies, Inc. DRS Technologies is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security. Headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Finmeccanica S.p.A. which employs more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at www.drs.com. Company Overview Our division is part of the Reconnaissance, Surveillance & Target Acquisition (RSTA) Segment; located on the East Coast of Florida. We develop, manufacture and support electro-optical technologies, including advanced cooled and uncooled thermal-imaging solutions for soldier systems, ground vehicle and airborne applications. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. We operate on a 9/80 work schedule, all employees work 80 hrs in 9 days and have every other Friday off. Job Location Melbourne, FL Position Summary Support business requirements in the area of material execution to plan, new product introduction, process improvement and business system development, deployment and team training.
Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years demonstrated experience in Production planning
Solid understanding of business processes and functional inter-relationships
Skilled in the use of Excel, Excel Pivot Tables, Power Point, Word, as well as SharePoint
Must have a strong understanding of Oracle MRP systems
Ability to lift 40 lbs Qualifications Responsible for overall accuracy and timeliness of the Material flow based on the MPS demand
Drive consistent communications between planning, quality, manufacturing, engineering, project accounting, and project management for consistent project Material EAC’s and Execution Charts
Improve current system, functions, and daily operations to more effectively meet goals Creates and maintains the expected completion of each scheduled job
Reviews the schedule and ensures the raw materials are available when needed to run according to the schedule
Create purchase requisitions and monitor material deliveries to support the run schedules
Ensures all outside services are planned and monitored
Ensures closeout of old programs/jobs to include disposition of all requisitions, purchase orders and residual inventory
Works closely with stakeholders to establish and evolve a stable manufacturing schedule
Participate in CCB and provide recommended effectively cut-in dates
Monitor and expedite the flow of Non-Conforming materials
Communicate timely and accurate information of schedule to other support functions
Manage overall workload and align resources as needed to maintain balance
Responsible for the creation and maintenance of lean material pull systems
Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company
DRS Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
