JOB DESCRIPTION
Fill out application online. Applicant is required to attach resume and cover letter in Word or PDF format to online application. www.janicki.com/careers. Must be able to pass drug test. EEO/AA/Vets/Disabled. Employer. Benefits –medical/vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k).
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Program Planner’s primary responsibility is program and project requirement planning and scope planning
The Program Planner supports Project Management and Operations in the design, creation and execution of project schedules and budgets using SAP Project Management sotware. This position provides support to Project Management, Operations Management and Accounting by performing a variety of requested tasks, project schedule performance, critical path analysis, job cost tracking and global/project performance.
The position requires execution of the following essential job functions:
- Creates and maintains project schedules in SAP using templates and calculators or based on SOW, drawings/ proposals. Enters WBS / activity details, resource loading/budgeting, activity durations, logic and links. Defines the critical path for projects and monitor for slides
- Communicates with PMs and Operations Managers about schedule needs including, but not limited to: flowing down project information from one part to another, linking work products and documents to activities, making PDF’s of documents, and running work orders when needed
- Runs reports and graphs i.e. Project/Schedule Status Reports for PM’s, Baselines, Final Project Status, EAC, etc.
- Meets with Project Managers, Management and customers to provide schedule support for large projects
- Fields daily schedule and budget questions and concerns from Program Management and Operations Management; understands our business systems, procedures and processes and how they are integrated
- Keeps up to date with the activities associated with each process we perform; must possess knowledge of the materials and scheduled duration that will be needed for these processes and an understanding of each cells capability. This involves visiting each cell when possible to watch the work in progress, learn about the processes, and aid in updating the status of each project
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Behavior: The incumbent must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. The incumbent shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
- Being at work on time and maintaining good attendance is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS
U.S. PERSON STATUS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
Proof of US Citizenship or Permanent Residency may be required due to access to sensitive data and our coverage under EAR and ITAR regulations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor’s Degree is required. CAPM or PMP certification is desired. Must have previous experience with Scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera or SAP. SAP experience is considered a strong plus. Must be familiar with a variety of the fields' concepts, practices and procedures; must be able to rely on extensive experience, problem-solving skills and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Must possess good communication skills and the ability to work both independently, and in a group setting
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED
Computers; Utilizes various programs including Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, SAP, Access, and Onsite
WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires repetitive data entry, deep concentration, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills