Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for mass production builds, engineering builds, pilot runs, and production ramp activities.
Translate engineering and program requirements into feasible build plans aligned with capacity, materials, and operational priorities.
Review MRP requirements, validate demand signals, and ensure timely availability of
materials and ramp builds.
Coordinate with Buyers, Global Supply Chain, and suppliers to secure material commitments, expedite shortages, and resolve supply gaps.
Lead build readiness reviews (BRR) and ensure all prerequisitesmaterials, tooling, test capacity, documentation, ECO releasesare in place before build execution.
Track daily build progress, monitor WIP status, and address risks or delays with timely
communication to stakeholders.
Support production ramp readiness by validating equipment capacity, manpower, test
capability, and supporting resources.
Identify constraints across supply, capacity, or process flow and coordinate recovery plans to ensure on-time delivery.
Maintain accurate planning parameters (lead time, safety stock, lot size, planning attributes) to support effective MRP and planning accuracy.
Generate build status reports, schedule adherence metrics, and material readiness summaries for local and global stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, communication, data discipline, and operational coordination.
Ensure compliance with Lumentum's planning standards, governance, build control processes, and documentation requirements.
Perform additional duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business
Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in production planning, NPI planning, material planning, or supply chain roles within high-tech manufacturing.
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Oracle preferred), BOM structures, and ECO/change management processes.
Experience supporting NPI or Mass Production builds, engineering builds, and ramp-to volume transitions in a global manufacturing environment.
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis and reporting; experience with planning dashboards or analytics tools is a plus.
