Lean Value Stream Planner & Production Coordinator

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 70,890 - 117,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Value Stream Planner to join a Value Stream Manufacturing team. The role focuses on planning and executing manufacturing programs, building plans, and assisting with order placement and follow-up for purchased products to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, has Lean/Six Sigma experience, and is proficient in Excel and MS Office. Strong collaboration with cross‑functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in business or other technical field.
• Manufacturing experience desired, preferably in a high-volume, low-mix environment
• Use of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
• Understanding of applying Lean in job shop or mid-volume operations
• Proven judgement and data-driven decision making
• Proficient with MS Office with extensive Excel experience
• Minimal Project Management Experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Experience in operational/manufacturing environments including Theory of Constraints is a plus

Responsibilities

• Execution of daily production control tasks (ship reports, material releases).
• Analyze sales orders within the planning lead time to ensure material availability.
• Support the value stream by planning manufacturing build plans.
• Troubleshoot and address exceptions to product flow.
• Perform analyses to highlight trends, drivers, and issues in production planning and implement countermeasures.
• Organize and manage multiple conflicting projects.
• Troubleshoot and recommend solutions.
• Coordinate and support internal and external supplier replenishment methods.
• Manage discrepant and stranded inventory to minimize WIP.
• Monitor, report, and update MRB work orders until back to standard flow.
• Participate in Lean process improvement and projects.
• Collaborate with Production Supervisor and Value Stream Support on root-cause downtime.
• Execute basic program plans with accurate record-keeping.
• Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills in a team environment.
• Interact with cross-functional teams; work independently with initiative.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Independent work

Decision making

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or technical field

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Value Stream Planner to join a Value Stream Manufacturing team. The role focuses on planning and executing manufacturing programs, building plans, and assisting with order placement and follow-up for purchased products to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, has Lean/Six Sigma experience, and is proficient in Excel and MS Office. Strong collaboration with cross‑functional teams is essential.