Nicole LeBlanc
Senior Production Planner/Scheduler
Indian Trail, NC
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Production Planner/Scheduler
P.I.M Brands LLC - Somerset, NJ - July 2012 to May 2014
Actively define and support initiatives to drive continual improvements in business practices and parameter
settings for high volume, multi-million dollar output product lines. Including the development of annual operating
plans in concert with supporting departments for profit increase and forecast validation
• Interpret and negotiate priorities that have conflicting deadlines with production to meet operational, supply
chain, and logistics constraints
• Report development, maintenance, and communication of KPI's that are consistent with executive strategies
• Suggest and report production flow improvements based on schedule demands, current WIP, shortage
constraints, personnel, and equipment utilization - increasing target production performance by 57 percent in
a 10 month span
• Utilization of ERP/MRP systems for planning and transactions, monitoring shop performance and work orders,
and prepared documents as necessary to support on time shipping
• Maintain and adjust schedules to assure the projected capacity and materials needed to meet corporate
demands are met while minimizing the risk of service issues
• Routine validation of BOM's, product structures, routings
Production Planner/Scheduler
Humanscale Corp - Piscataway, NJ - July 2005 to April 2011
Increased disposable income by 1.3 percent through performance improvements for staff, utilization
comprehension, and system accuracy to achieve gold status, translating into $1.4M in captured revenue within
a twelve month period
• Prepare run out analysis for discontinued items, and coordinate exit strategies for slow moving/no moving
inventory to increase warehouse space, and decrease overhead costs
• Monitor and report shortages and delays in shipments to upper management on a daily basis,
providing root cause analysis, prevention measures, and revised delivery expectations. Championed daily
production meeting with the Logistics, Purchasing, Sales, and Customer Service leads to communicate clear
understanding of the direction needed. Maintained an above industry standard of 97% OTD, and a 98%
customer satisfaction rating average throughout length of employment
Senior Production Planner, Thermo Fisher Scientific
Microgenics - Fremont, CA - April 2001 to April 2005
Manage and minimize scrap due to age and obsolescence (lot/lot). Provide root cause analysis for product
failures, and directed recovery planning functions. Review and evaluate all document change orders for
financial impact, production activities, process flow, part number and usage accuracy, implementation
dates and inventory disposition as well as GMP, ISO and FDA compliance. FIFO/FEFO management of
raw materials/lots. ECO/ECN review/implementation and system upkeep. Continual communication with
supporting departments on status of open orders and on time shipping expectations. GMP/ISO/CP compliant
Production Scheduler
Holland Pacific Hitch - Milpitas, CA - June 1999 to January 2001
Scheduled production, machine and packaging lines to assure fast response and delivery requirements were
met without delay. Prepared availability of materials and maintained work orders, monitored inventory levels,
and processed change orders/ECN's/BOM's
Office Manager
Desert Geotechnical Inc - Las Vegas, NV - July 1998 to May 1999
Staffed, trained, and managed office personnel in all related capacities
Service Planner
Small Aircraft, Sierra/PacWest Airlines - Las Vegas, NV - March 1997 to January 1998
Prepared work orders for inspection/replacement of aircraft parts through ERP and phase requirements.
Submitted times, cycles, and adherence of Service Bulletins to FAA for aircraft integrity. Surveillance of supplier
performance, inventory levels, part related monetary losses, short cycle turns, certifications, and maintenance
compliance for all fleet aircraft
Service Planner
Heavy Aircraft, Tri-Star Airlines - Las Vegas, NV - June 1995 to February 1997
Coordinated and facilitated upkeep of all heavy aircraft through time frame/life cycle scheduling, parts
availability, shortage notifications, work order issuance, phase out executions, and demand planning
Service Scheduler
Heavy Aircraft, Eagle Flight Services - Las Vegas, NV - October 1991 to April 1995
Prepared finite and infinite scheduled maintenance plans. Worked closely with the buyers on shortages, new
part receipts, vendor expectations, turnaround times, and product alerts to effectively schedule the task needed
with minimal down time
EDUCATION
CM_CIL Technology Center Online
2014 to Present
GED
James Kearney College - Trenton, NJ
2012 to 2012
General Studies
Ocean View High School - Huntington Beach, CA
1984 to 1986
SKILLS
Applied negotiations and time management training, team building and constructive work environment
strategies, ability to speak/write clearly and concisely to convey intention to all levels of personnel
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TECHNICAL SKILLS: ERP/MRP Business Data Systems such as Oracle, MAS 2000, QAD, Lawson M3, and
SAP. Extensive application knowledge of all the Microsoft Office Suite programs. Proficient on all standard
office equipment. Type 85 WPM
DEVELOPMENT: Highly adaptable and flexible to accept new ideas, people, and procedures. Detail oriented
with a strong focus on cost reduction, lean manufacturing processes, on time order fulfillment, ISO/ GMP/ GCP/
S&OP compliance, and well versed in finite/infinite capacity planning/scheduling. Excel in high stress, fast
paced positions utilizing time management skills, and able to prioritize in order to meet deadlines with accuracy
and efficiency. Extensive experience in logistics, operations, and supply chain management methodologies
that are incorporated into master scheduling and planning techniques. Highly motivated professional with 23
years of proven leadership experience incorporating problem solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills
within the production and manufacturing discipline. Strong analytical skills to make quantitative projections.
COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE: Cost conscious with a thorough understanding of minimizing delays
and increasing customer satisfaction. Self starter that requires no supervision, who can promote healthy
working relationships with all levels of fellow employees and vendors by extending respect, reliability, and
job knowledge. Strong focus on upholding policies and procedures to the highest standards to ensure safety,
positive work environment/surroundings, quality of end product, and profit increase. Maintain exemplary
standards of professional conduct.