Production Planner

LNK International Inc.; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with generous employer match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

LNK International, Inc. in Hauppauge, NY is seeking a Production Planner to join the Planning Department. You will plan finished goods and sub-assemblies, monitor production schedules, and coordinate with purchasing to ensure on-time delivery.

Requirements include an associate's degree (business preferred), 5+ years in production planning with MRP (QAD/SAP), strong Excel and analytical skills, and excellent communications. This is an in-person role with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in production planning with MRP experience.
• APICS certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan finished goods and sub-assemblies through production operations to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor production activities, ensure schedules are followed, and deadlines are met.
• Generate contingency plans to ensure on-time delivery of orders.
• Coordinate with purchasing and other departments to ensure timely material availability.
• Track production performance and address capacity constraints.
• Execute MRP signals from customer requirements, sales orders, and forecasts.
• Assist in weekly shortage/missed shipment reviews and resolve issues.
• Overtime may be required; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Work independently

Education

Associate's degree

APICS certification preferred

Tools

MRP systems (QAD/SAP)

Job description

LNK International, Inc.

is one of the nation's largest manufacturers of solid and liquid dose, over the counter (OTC) pharmaceuticals. For over 40 years, we have built a reputation for delivering the highest quality products, outstanding service and product innovation.

What sets LNK apart? We believe it is our employees. There is a commitment to quality in every department at LNK. As a member of our Planning Department, you will be part of a team of dedicated professionals who support and interact with all areas of the company.

Our Full-time Employees Enjoy Competitive Benefits Including

• 401(k) with generous employer match


• Health Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Paid holidays


• Paid vacation

Shift: Day Shift

The Production Planner reports to the Manager of Planning and Forecasting and is a key member of the Planning team.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Plans finished goods and sub-assemblies through various production operations to align with customer requirements


• Monitors production activities to ensure schedules are adhered to and deadlines are met.


• Generates contingency plans to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.


• Works closely with other departments to ensure materials are received on-time.


• Tracks production performance.


• Interfaces and coordinates with various departments to resolve material and capacity constraints.


• Executes MRP signals generated by customer requirements, sales orders and forecasts/inventory levels.


• Works with the procurement department to advise on purchases for component needs.


• Participates in weekly meetings to review shortages/missed shipments and tablet demands.


• Handles cancellation requests from the Sales Department.


• Notifies the production control supervisor of any issues and overdue material that may jeopardize on-time deliveries to customers.


• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.


• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word)


• Must possess excellent analytical, organizational and communicational skills


• Ability to function under minimal supervision


• Strong communication skills in writing, and orally with keen attention to detail

Education And Experience

• Associate's degree (business preferred) or equivalent experience


• APICS classes/certification preferred


• Minimum 5 years experience in a production planning/material control environment with MRP proficiency (QAD or SAP preferred).

Work Environment

• In person. There is no remote option for this role.


• Overtime may be required from time to time.


• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work

The salary listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as permitted by law.

LNK provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and prohibits discrimination of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Salary: $60000 - $85000 per year