Operations Scheduler

ITT Engineered Valves is looking for a Planner to join their team in Lancaster, PA. The Planner will be working closely with Production Supervision, plans the production of configured items and/or manufactured components and keeps the production plan in sync with customer demand or the next level demand.

• Releases shop orders for assigned configured items and/or components in accordance with the planning data in the item master records and within established lead times.
• Monitors capacity of critical work centers and attempts to balance demand with capacity through the order release process, use of alternate routings, de-expedite or expedite messages, etc.
• Monitors accuracy of planning data and recommends changes.
• Expedites/de-expedites material as required
• Coordinates part number changes with shop floor personnel.
• Maintains data on released shop orders.
• Quotes/issues delivery dates to Customer Service.
• Reschedules orders based on current information and advises the next level Planner or Customer Service Representative of the changes.
• Maintains knowledge and provides assistance to Inventory Management & Warehouse Management.
• Monitors on-time performance of the products/components they are planning and recommends changes to improve results.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/ GED required. Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or similar field strongly preferred.
• 1+ years of planning experience is preferred but will accept 2+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment
• CPIM/CPM certification is desirable. Additional coursework or seminars in materials management is preferred.
• Self-starter
• Excellent communication skills and enjoys working with a diverse employee base.
• Highly proficient in the use of MRP and ERP systems (SAP preferred) as well as MS Office. Previous use of databases a plus.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Ability to navigate multiple priorities and take accountability
• Highly organized and multitasking.
• Knowledge of manufacturing organization structure, policies, and procedures preferred.

PI286077721