Production Planner/Estimator

100,000 products and tools made of the strong metals tungsten and molybdenum: This has been our mission and passion for over 100 years, shared by 11,000 employees all over the world.

We at the Plansee Group still have big plans – and we will get even better with you! Become part of our team!

Position type: Exempt

Position Overview: The Production Planner/Estimator at GTP is responsible for coordinating and scheduling manufacturing activities to ensure that materials are available for production and products are available for internal and external customers. The Production Planner/Estimator is responsible for creating and maintaining material master data.  The Planner will interact with all functions of the supply chain to support company objectives, to provide “best-in-class” customer service and quality and to maximize product throughput and profitability while minimizing inventory and liabilities.

Responsibilities Would Include: 

• Collaboration with sales and internal customers regarding inquiries, feasibility tests, offers and orders.
• Creating and maintaining master data and work schedules as a basis for planning and product calculation.
• Developing a feasible production plan taking into account capacity and material availability.
• Support the development of processes in the area of responsibility to implement improvements and efficiency potentials.
• Collaborate with the shop floor management to optimize resources and resolve issues.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain (or related field) or equivalent internal company experience
• Demonstrated experience in planning, logistics or manufacturing. SAP or ERP experience is desirable, SD4 experience a plus.
• Strong computer skills, and experience with Microsoft products is required. Good customer service skills and flexibility to handle a wide array of activities.
• APICS or equivalent certification would be a plus
• Aptitude to drive functional resources to achieve desired results. Use of logic and reasoning to identify solutions to problems. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of the organization.

 

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401k
• Tuition reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

In order to conform with U.S. government regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)3, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.