Production Planner

Matthey; West Chester (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings (401K Match)

20 days PTO

Health Insurance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey is seeking a Production Planner I in the West Whiteland, PA area. You will coordinate schedules, manage orders, and align production with demand to ensure timely deliveries and optimal inventory levels.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with sales and service teams, and the use of ERP systems to drive efficient operations. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred, with hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or at least two years of manufacturing or production planning experience.
• Experience with inventory control, MRP or ERP systems.
• Strong planning, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data management.
• Effective communication across multiple teams.
• Good PC skills including Microsoft Excel and independent work ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned product lines and coordinate production schedules to meet customer demand.
• Process customer sales orders through to completion, including starting stock planning.
• Monitor on-time-in-full delivery performance and inventory targets.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production and Customer Service to set daily manufacturing priorities.
• Maintain accurate planning, inventory and work order data in business systems.
• Analyse production and inventory performance data to support decisions.

Skills

Planning

Organisation

Problem solving

Communication

Excel

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Two years manufacturing experience

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Production Planner I

Location: West Whiteland, PA, USA

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Production Planner I, you'll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you'll help tackle the world's biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

The role:

As a Production Planner I, you will help drive our goals by:

• Managing assigned product lines and coordinating production schedules to support customer demand
• Processing customer sales orders through to completion, including precious metal starting stock planning
• Monitoring on-time-in-full delivery performance and inventory targets for assigned areas
• Working closely with Sales, Production and Customer Service teams to set daily manufacturing priorities
• Maintaining accurate planning, inventory and work order data within business systems
• Analysing production and inventory performance data to support operational decision-making

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree or at least two years of manufacturing or production planning experience
• Experience using inventory control, MRP or ERP systems
• Strong planning, organisation and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when managing transactions and data
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams
• Good PC skills, including Microsoft Excel, and the ability to work independently

Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirement plans that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice. By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.