Production Planning Specialist II

Production Planning Specialist II

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Planning Specialist II to support daily manufacturing operations by developing and maintaining production schedules, coordinating materials, and ensuring efficient workflow throughout the production process. This role works closely with manufacturing teams, inventory, engineering, and leadership to ensure customer orders are completed on time and production goals are met.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Plan and schedule production orders based on established priorities, material availability, and manufacturing capacity.
• Develop and maintain the master production schedule to meet customer orders and sales forecasts.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams to actively manage and adjust schedules to maintain on-time delivery.
• Expedite delayed operations and modify schedules to address unforeseen conditions.

Production Monitoring & Coordination

• Track and audit production orders through the manufacturing process to ensure adherence to schedules.
• Monitor daily progress of manufacturing orders and compare actual performance to planned estimates.
• Communicate with Team Leads and Department Supervisors regarding material availability, delays, and schedule changes.
• Address quality, service, and delivery issues and support corrective action efforts.

Material & Inventory Management

• Calculate material requirements for production orders and coordinate with inventory teams to ensure timely delivery to the production floor.
• Maintain records related to material inventory, work-in-progress, and production status.
• Initiate material requisitions and purchase orders as necessary to support production requirements.
• Verify materials delivered to production meet required specifications when necessary.
• Analyze and lead inventory obsolescence review, annual physical inventory and implementation of cycle counts.
• Analyze component usage and provide guidance on safety stock levels to support on-time delivery and critical customer demand.

Systems & Data Management

• Perform system transactions to record movement of materials between operations and into finished goods.
• Monitor manufacturing system transactions for accuracy and work with team leaders to resolve discrepancies.
• Compile and analyze data related to demand patterns, material usage, and production performance.
• Track and report key manufacturing metrics such as cycle time and support efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in the use of ERP and Shop Floor Control systems.

Cross-Functional Support

• Review Engineering Change Forms (ECFs) and communicate changes and requirements to manufacturing personnel.
• Prepare work order packets including routers, completion dates, and operational instructions.
• Support training and cross-training initiatives to ensure employees meet departmental and safety standards.
• Assist with additional operational tasks and projects as assigned.

Additional Information

• Must be able to support operational needs across departments.
• Flexibility to work various shifts or days as required.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years of experience or;
• 8 years related experience with no degree or;
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Maintains high level of understanding of technical products and process knowledge.

Possesses an advanced understanding of MRP (material requirements planning) tools and techniques.

Performs tasks requiring advanced proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook and MFGPro/QAD.

Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Target Hiring Range: USD 60,000.00 - USD 75,000.00

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!