Planner I

Ultra Clean Technology; Manor (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UCT in Austin, TX is seeking a Planner I to manage production planning for assigned lines, coordinating schedules from engineering plans to final product. This role focuses on ensuring timely material availability and adherence to capacity requirements.

Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in business or operations, 2+ years planning experience, and strong ERP/MRP skills; CPIM/CIRM is a plus. The on-site Austin role offers growth opportunities and exposure to a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in business administration, operations management, or equivalent.
• CPIM/CIRM certification is a plus.
• 2+ years planning in quick-turn, low-volume, engineer-to-order env.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong command of MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and monitor production cycles for assigned lines.
• Create work orders, releases, closures and track progress.
• Ensure materials and capacity align with schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, purchasing and other teams.
• Troubleshoot production control issues to closure.
• Interface with customers to schedule deliveries where applicable.
• Maintain production plans and monitor shortages.

Skills

MRP/ERP knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Meeting management

Detail orientation

BOM reading

Education

BA/BS in business administration or operations management

CPIM/CIRM certification is a plus

Tools

MRP/ERP software

Job description

Join UCT and be part the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

UCT is looking for a talented Planner I to join us in Austin, TX!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all production planning and control issues for assigned production line(s).
• Plans, schedules, coordinate, and/or monitor final approval of products through the complete production cycle.
• Works from engineering plans and production specifications to establish production schedules, labor loading, and capacity requirements.
• Coordinates production plans to ensure materials are provided according to schedules.
• Handles all work order creation, releases, completion, and closing.
• Trouble-shoot all production control problems and drive them to correct closure.
• Monitors all process shortages and ensures resolution is attained.
• Builds positive relationships with manufacturing and materials in a quick-turn, engineer-to-order environment.
• Works closely with engineering, quality, purchasing, and other operations staff to ensure functional specs are met, parts are available as needed, and quality is maintained.
• May interface with customers to schedule deliveries or discuss issues.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; engineering BOM reading skills.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with internal customers/suppliers.
• Strong PC skills to include Microsoft Office software suites.
• Meeting management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP applications

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• BA/BS degree in business administration, operations management, or equivalent experience.
• CPIM/CIRM certification a plus

Experience Requirement:

• 2+ years planning experience with working knowledge of quick-turn, low volume, engineer-to-order production environment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Criteria:

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment

Physical Demands:

• Work may require the ability to lift 10-20 pounds infrequently
• Ability to climb and stoop
• Ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
  Ability to lift over 25 lbs. with assistance
• Have the visual acuity to perform the given task
• Ability to sit for sustained periods of time.
• The ability to talk on the phone and use a computer for extended periods of time may be required.
• Frequent travel between buildings may be required.

Environmental Exposure:

• Subject to frequent interruptions.
  Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.

Overnight Travel:

• Work may require out-of-town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting).

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

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