Technical Planner

Production Planner

York, PA, USA

Full-time

Company Description

Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering, precision CNC manufacture, upgrades and servicing of high-performance, hydro-turbines and large pumps.

We are currently looking for a Production Planner to add to our team located at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are detail-oriented, hardworking, and looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Job Description

Position Summary & Objective

The Production Planner will manage the schedule and timeliness of the production process to ensure the company meets all deadlines. Duties may include managing material, equipment and scheduling production and monitoring any problems that may arise. The Production Planner develops the production plan and will detail all tasks that will be completed by the prediction date.

Essential Functions Performed by the Position

• Demonstrates strong ability to read and understand blueprints and technical specifications.
• Uses engineering drawings to guide setup and operation of CNC machines and manual equipment.
• Able to identify critical dimensions, tolerances, and material requirements from technical drawings
• Plan equipment, material, and manpower requirements to execute job orders
• Issues engineering change requests as required.
• Coordinates with managers in planning and implementing engineering changes in production
• Adhere to company standards and production policies to meet company objectives.
• Track and trace inventory of materials in process and finished products
• Monitors cost of production products and cost of personnel and advises production manager discrepancies
• Satisfy requirements of ISO 9001/ 14001 Quality Standard and OSHAS 18001, as it relates to these functions.
• Supports Production plans for Machine Shop, Fabrication Shop and Outside Vendors
• Plan production tasks and schedules according to costumer orders
• Assists department Managers to assure proper labor utilization while establishing priorities for departments.
• Observes production progress and revises planning, when necessary, due to unavailability of machinery, manpower shortages, delayed receipt of material, customer changes, etc.
• Provides logistics support for shipment of parts and materials

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Detail Oriented
• Knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
• Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications Required

• APICS/CPIM certification is highly desired.
• Six Sigma Lean Management desired.

Additional information

The benefits of joining our team

Because we seek to hire the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefit program which features:

• health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans
• a 401(k) plan in with a generous company match
• financial protection through disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
• tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• a generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company

When you join our team, you do more than simply switch companies to progress your career. You become part of our family, a group of talented women and men who drive business success.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.