Production Control Planner I

Flowserve; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate production planning and scheduling for the manufacturing of optical systems and subsystems. You will work closely with the line Manager to meet customer delivery needs while ensuring quality, inventory control and cost targets.

Responsibilities include translating forecasts into master schedules, issuing weekly production plans, and resolving issues affecting shipments. Strong MRP, Excel, and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in a relevant field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong experience with MRP, scheduling, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Managing all planning inputs: sales orders, OEM forecasts, custom / special orders, and strategic build plans.
• Using the MRP system, translating the consolidated sales forecasts into a master production schedule / build schedule.
• Preparing and distributing weekly production schedules / work order dispatch lists.
• Assisting management to resolve problems with late shipments, material shortages, customer schedule changes, and cancellations of customer orders.
• Preparing, coordinating, and participating in physical inventory counts.
• Initiating and coordinating vendor corrective action for non-conforming material receipts.
• And any other duties assigned

Skills

MRP & scheduling logic

Capacity planning

Demand management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

BS or BA Degree in relevant field

Tools

SysPro

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Overview:

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

Job Summary:

Flowserve is currently looking for a Production Planner. In this role you will be in charge of coordinating and managing the production planning and scheduling for the manufacturing of optical systems and subsystems. You will work closely with the line Manager to make sound business decisions that positively impact the ability to meet the needs of our customers while satisfying quality, inventory, cost and delivery requirements.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

• Managing all planning inputs: sales orders, OEM forecasts, custom / special orders, and strategic build plans.

• Using the MRP system, translating the consolidated sales forecasts into a master production schedule / build schedule.

• Preparing and distributing weekly production schedules / work order dispatch lists.

• Assisting management to resolve problems with late shipments, material shortages, customer schedule changes, and cancellations of customer orders.

• Preparing, coordinating, and participating in physical inventory counts.

• Initiating and coordinating vendor corrective action for non-conforming material receipts.

• And any other duties assigned

Preferred Experience / Skills:

• Fluency and proficiency in the practical application of MRP logic, scheduling logic, order policies, capacity planning, input/output control, product structures, routings, and standards maintenance.

• Knowledgeable in master scheduling, production planning and detailed scheduling, demand management, purchasing, and cost accounting techniques.

• Superior analytical and problem solving skills.

• Good communication and organizational skills required with the ability to work well with all levels of employees and internal departments in a diverse environment.

• Experience with SysPro is preferred.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• BS or BA Degree in relevant field and 3-5 years relevant experience

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

Job Family Group: Materials Management

Job Family: MM Materials Planning

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