Planner/Estimator

Plansee Group; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Plansee Group in Franklin, MA, is seeking a Costing, Estimating & Master Data specialist to develop and maintain cost estimates in SAP, manage BOMs and routings, and ensure data accuracy for production planning. You will coordinate with shop floor and engineering to optimize costs and lead times.

You will also drive production scheduling, confirm capacity availability, create production orders, and monitor schedules. The role requires SAP MM/PP experience, GD&T familiarity, and ITAR awareness.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in estimating and planning functions in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work with ASME/ISO drafting standards; familiarity with GD&T.
• Experience with high performance materials (molybdenum, tantalum, tungsten) desired.
• Knowledge of SAP module PP and MM; ITAR/EAR compliance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain cost estimates in SAP, including material masters, bills of material, and routings.
• Review planned vs. actual costs after job completion and adjust cost as needed.
• Maintain and release cost estimates, production lot sizes, safety stock levels, and related master data.
• Interface with shop floor and engineering to determine product specifications and maximize cost accuracy.
• Provide production planning & scheduling support: lead times, capacity and material availability, production orders, and dates.
• Collaborate with Sales, suppliers and internal departments on delivery commitments and schedule changes.
• Support process documentation and ISO/AS9100 compliance across estimation, planning and scheduling.

Skills

SAP

Costing

MRP

Production planning

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Two-year degree / certificate in machine technology

Tools

FastPro

SAP PP

SAP MM

Job description

What makes us strong?Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence.Join a highly motivated team in Franklin, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.ResponsibilitiesCosting, Estimating & Master DataCreate and maintain cost estimates in SAP, including material masters, bills of material, and routings.Review planned vs. actual costs after job completion and adjusting cost as needed.Maintain and release cost estimates, production lot sizes, safety stock levels, and related master data.Interface with shop floor and engineering to determine product specifications and maximize cost accuracy.Reaching out to OSP’s to ask for quotes for new and existing processesProduction Planning & SchedulingProvide lead times for customer inquiries.Analyze, plan and confirm sales orders with respect to capacity and material availability using SAP/FastPro.Create production orders, review new sales orders, and communicate critical dates to internal stakeholders.Establish and maintain production priorities in collaboration with the Production Scheduler and Production Manager.Monitor exception messages and resolve scheduling conflicts or production issues.Process & Product SupportSupport shop floor teams by coordinating fixturing, tooling, CNC/CMM program needs, and process documentation.Follow up on new product manufacturing processes to ensure master data accuracy and schedule adherence.Implement product revision changes and ensure all related documentation, tools, fixtures, programs, and drawings are updated.Work on continuous improvement activities, including process optimization and cost reduction initiatives.Cross‑Functional CommunicationAct as a point of contact for Sales regarding delivery commitments, order status, and schedule changes.Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal departments as needed.Keep relevant departments informed about material availability, schedule modifications, and job status.Compliance & DocumentationEnsure ISO/AS9100 compliance across all manufacturing estimation, planning, and scheduling processes, including ITAR/EAR‑related work.Support process documentation effortsMaintain document management in SAP and other supporting systems.Qualifications:Minimum of High School diploma required. A two-year degree or certification in machine technology preferred.Three (3) years’ experience in estimating and planning functions in a manufacturing environment.Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work with ASME and ISO drafting standards; familiarity with GD&T.Strong background in machining (milling, turning, drilling); experience working with high performance materials (molybdenum, tantalum, tungsten) desired.In-depth knowledge of the SAP module PP and MM preferred; other software experience is essential.Basic understanding of MRP functions in a manufacturing environment.Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and work with minimal supervision.Detail-oriented with strong problem- analysis and solving skills.Proficiency in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook).Strong communication, organization and technical writing skills.Due to ITAR requirements, applicants must be authorized to access export-controlled information without a license.The base compensation for this position is between 60-85k annually, commensurate with skill and experience level.You should be proficient in:Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringITAR Compliance