Production Planner

Armacell; North Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Armacell seeks a Production Planner in Mebane, NC to oversee weekly production plans, 6–8 week horizons, and SAP-driven inventory control. You will work with Customer Service, Planning, Procurement and Sales to ensure optimal material availability and on-time delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 5+ years’ experience in production planning, plus strong analytical and communication skills. On-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years’ practical experience in production planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and written/verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of SAP and Advise/Mesabi is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to excel in a cross-cultural, global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and publish weekly production plans for manufacturing lines.
• Provide 6–8 week planning horizons to support production line plans and raw material requirements.
• Maintain planning and inventory parameters that optimize SAP to provide best in class results.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Planning, Procurement and inventory control to service the customers with the best availability dates possible.
• Periodically review and update SAP master data tables, particularly ABC class and safety stock settings and throughput rates for capacity planning.
• Communicate with Customer Service when orders will not be delivered as expected.
• Knowledgeable with SAP / AIMS / Advise software and creation of Process Orders.
• Work with the Sales Team and Production to create new production items and set them up in SAP.
• Actively pursue continuous improvement and support company initiatives, such as World Class Armacell Mindset (WAM).
• Provide reports that gauge the overall health of these business segments.
• Manage inventory levels to meet targets, including participation in and management of cycle count activities.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

Advise/Mesabi

AIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Armacell provides numerous and diverse career opportunities. Add your talent to ours and make a difference around the world! The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong’s R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into ArmaFlex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, more than 70 years later, ArmaFlex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success.

The Production Planner is a key member of the Mebane team reporting to the Plant Supply Chain Manager. The Production Planner role is responsible for all aspects of planning, scheduling, managing the service level, costs and inventories for products that run on production lines. The planner works closely with the other production planners, the raw materials manager, suppliers, manufacturing, the distribution center, and customer service personnel as necessary. This position is responsible for balancing customer service, inventory levels within inventory turn targets, and the efficient utilization of production/distribution facilities, manpower and working capital in assigned areas.

What Armacell Can Offer You

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.
• Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.
• Paid time off including 12 holidays and generous PTO.
• Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.
• Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and publish weekly production plans for manufacturing lines
• Provide 6-8 week planning horizons to support production line plans and raw material requirements
• Maintain planning and inventory parameters that optimize SAP to provide best in class results
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Planning, Procurement and inventory control to service the customers with the best availability dates possible
• Periodically review and update SAP master data tables, particularly ABC class and safety stock settings and throughput rates for capacity planning
• Communicate with Customer Service when orders will not be delivered as expected
• Knowledgeable with SAP / AIMS / Advise software and creation of Process Orders
• Work with the Sales Team and Production to create new production items and set them up in SAP
• Actively pursue continuous improvement and support company initiatives, such as World Class Armacell Mindset (WAM)
• Provide reports that gauge the overall health of these business segments
• Manage inventory levels to meet targets, including participation in and management of cycle count activities

Job Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Accounting or related field or equivalent level of knowledge typically gained by 5+ years’ practical job experience in a similar role
• 2-5 years of production planning experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Ability to excel in a cross-cultural, global team environment
• Possesses professional written and verbal communication skills
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of SAP and Advise/Mesabi is preferred
• Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Solid understanding of statistical process control and world class manufacturing techniques
• Knowledge of rubber processing: mixing, curing, extrusion, and foaming
• Proven experience in creating effective technical solutions
• Proven experience in project management and risk management

The expected compensation range for this role is $75,000.00 -$90,000.00.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Time Type

Full time