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We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.\nOur Culture\nWe believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. We care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.\nCareer Opportunities\nWe manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!\nFor a listing of Asheville/Arden openings: BorgWarner Openings\nPay & Benefits\nAll positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the below for all fulltime employees:\nDay 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium \nOnsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost \nDental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage \nTuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months \nRetirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program \nCompany paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1 \nJob purpose\nThe BorgWarner Arden campus offers two world class Technical Centers and a cutting-edge manufacturing facility that designs and produces turbos, fan, and fan drive components for the automotive industry. The Arden campus offers a multitude of career opportunities and is in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.\nThe Prototype Planner plays a crucial role within the Tech Center, balancing capacity, inventory levels, and customer delivery schedules to ensure that prototype planning processes run smoothly and efficiently.\nKey responsibilities\nPrototype Scheduling:\nCreate and maintain prototype schedules for testing and model shop to meet customer demands on time while considering Tech Center efficiency, customer priorities, capacity constraints, upstream material flow, planned downtime, and other internal customer demands. \nEnsure meticulous management of all aspects of prototype planning with keen attention to detail. \nCollaborate with engineering, testing, and model shop to fulfil customer requirements and respond to changes to ensure customer satisfaction. \nAdapt to changing environments with flexibility and responsiveness to pivot \nMonitor assigned GEMS tickets for approvals. \nManager assigned GEMS tickets to order parts, schedule builds, or schedule testing. \nCapacity Planning:\nUse SAP to order parts requested for prototype builds. \nEnsure on-time delivery of finished goods, and WIP by managing prototype schedules and addressing any delays. \nMake data-centric recommendations for scheduling changes or propose alternatives in the event of delays. \nIdentify and work with engineering departments and team leads to resolve issues with routings to optimize efficiency and capacity utilization. \nOrder Coordination:\nManage prototype orders daily. Actively manage GEMS ticket requests to achieve customer on time delivery. \nCreate transfer orders for materials to support prototype orders. \nInventory Management:\nManage inventory levels to ensure that finished goods and work-in-process materials are at optimum levels and available when needed, while minimizing excess inventory. \nIdentify and drive operational improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and process flow changes to benefit prototype operations. \nEvaluate, report, and manage excess and obsolete inventory. \nCommunication:\nBuild strong relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with the prototype build and machining schedule plan. \nAnticipate stakeholder needs and keep them informed about prototype build and machining schedule and any changes. \nCommunicate urgency when needed and drive the team for results. \nProblem Solving:\nUtilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address prototype planning challenges and improve processes. \nCollaborate with team members to resolve issues that may arise during prototype builds or machining, such as delays, equipment malfunctions, or material shortages. \nUse creative thinking to develop unique solutions and approach problems in new ways. \nImplement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance prototype efficiency and reduce waste. \nData Management:\nUnderstand, maintain, and adjust SAP and GEMS parameters to achieve results. \nPerformance Monitoring:\nMonitor KPI’s to track production performance, inventory, schedule attainment, overtime, and identify areas for improvement. \nWork Environment:\nTransport material as required using proper handling methods. \nKeep work area in orderly condition with respect to proper materials, tools, equipment, and personal belongings. (Includes cleaning of equipment, floors, tables, etc.) \nMaintain quality standards by following proper inspection procedures. \nUnderstand and adhere to current health, safety, and environmental policies. \nUnderstand and adhere to current quality and control policies. \nPerform other duties as needed. \nWhat we’re looking for\nCompletion of high school or equivalent. \nProven experience in production planning within an automotive manufacturing environment. \nProficiency in SAP and Excel. \nAgile. Quickly adapt to changing environments with flexibility and responsiveness. \nPossess, strong decision making, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. \nExcel at expressing ideas clearly and persuasively, ensuring communication inspires action. \nAbility to maintain high levels of accuracy and precision. \nCollaborative. \nAbility to prioritize tasks based on significance. \nAttendance on the job is essential. \nMust be able to work in a team environment. \nMust be able to follow instructions, safety rules and regulations. \nWhat we believe\nInclusion: Respecting Individuals \nIntegrity: Honoring truth \nExcellence: Focusing on results \nResponsibility: Our commitment \nCollaboration: Building trust \nSafety\nThis position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.\nCareer Scam Disclaimer\nBorgWarner makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by BorgWarner. Applicants should never provide the national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact BorgWarner through BorgWarner’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.\nJoin the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world.\nFor more information about BorgWarner, please visit www.borgwarner.com\nFor a listing of Asheville/Arden openings: BorgWarner Openings\n:Change Management, Define Future State, Engineering Standards and Compliance, Perform Gap Analysis, Project Schedule ManagementSalary Range:\n$62,000 - $85,250Internal Use Only: SalaryGlobal Terms of Use and Privacy Statement\nCarefully read the BorgWarner Privacy Policy before using this website. 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