Production Planner I NC - 1st Shift

Pcb Piezotronics, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company Paid Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Company funded HSA/HRA

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Job summary

PCB Piezotronics, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Production Planner I on the 1st shift in North Carolina. You will support foundational planning tasks, navigate ERP systems, and assist in scheduling and material readiness to ensure on-time production execution.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of manufacturing planning experience, strong attention to detail and basic knowledge of planning tools. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of production planning/manufacturing experience.
• Strong analytical, communication, time-management and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of planning systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and releases Job and Transfer Orders using ERP based on demand signals and available production capacity.
• Confirms material availability prior to releasing orders; communicates with purchasing to resolve any shortages or delays.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to adjust schedules and maintain optimal inventory levels based on real-time shop floor feedback.
• Maintains planning data accuracy in ERP including due dates, order modifiers and item status fields.
• Communicates effectively with purchasing, engineering and production to ensure alignment on priorities and constraints.
• Demonstrates consistent accuracy in ERP data entry and order management with minimal errors.
• Proactively identifies and resolves minor planning issues such as material shortages or scheduling conflicts.
• Understands and applies basic APICS principles including MRP (Material Requirements Planning) logic, inventory control, and demand planning.
• Shows initiative in learning ERP workflows, participation in training, and engaging in cross-functional coordination.
• Understands personal KPIs and can explain how their performance contributes to team and departmental goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Planning Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Production Planner I NC - 1st Shift

Full-Time Operations Halifax, NC, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 4017

PCB manufactures sensors used by design engineers and predictive maintenance professionals to test and measure vibration, pressure, force, acoustics, load and shock for test, measurement, monitoring and control requirements. Our sensors support testing in aerospace and defense, automotive, transportation, civil engineering, and general R&D industries. PCB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation. With a focus on Total Customer Satisfaction for both our internal and external customers, we have a strong and ongoing commitment to being a great place to work! Learn more about our team | www.PCB.com | https://www.linkedin.com/company/pcb-piezotronics/

More Reasons to Join the Team

PCB offers a highly collaborative and team-based atmosphere. Total Customer Satisfaction, for internal and external customers alike, is at the heart of our business and guides our interactions every day. Social events and opportunities are hosted throughout the year aimed to develop internal relationships and promote a culture focused on collaboration and teamwork. PCB also provides all full-time team members with 100% employer paid medical premiums for you and your family, a competitive PTO package and 10 company paid holidays.

As a Production Planner I NC 1st Shift at Piezotronics, Inc., you will be an entry-level planner focused on foundational planning tasks, system navigation and supporting production execution. This role will support production areas with straightforward build designs and minimal risk, contributing to customer satisfaction through reliable scheduling and material readiness.

Additional Duties:

• Schedules and releases Job and Transfer Orders using the ERP based on demand signals and available production capacity.
• Confirms material availability prior to releasing orders; communicates with purchasing to resolve any shortages or delays.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to adjust schedules and maintain optimal inventory levels based on real-time shop floor feedback.
• Maintains planning data accuracy in ERP including due dates, order modifiers and item status fields.
• Communicates effectively with purchasing, engineering and production to ensure alignment on priorities and constraints.
• Demonstrates consistent accuracy in ERP data entry and order management with minimal errors.
• Proactively identifies and resolves minor planning issues such as material shortages or scheduling conflicts.
• Understands and applies basic APICS principles including MRP (Material Requirements Planning) logic, inventory control, and demand planning.
• Shows initiative in learning ERP workflows, participation in training, and engaging in cross-functional coordination.
• Understands personal KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and can explain how their performance contributes to team and departmental goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in a production planning/manufacturing environment or related role. Strong a to analytical communication, time-management, attention to detail and problem-solving skills Basic knowledge of Planning Systems and Microsoft Office applications. Proficient in basic data entry.
• Travel Requirement: As needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in a production planning/manufacturing environment or related role. Strong a to analytical communication, time-management, attention to detail and problem-solving skills Basic knowledge of Planning Systems and Microsoft Office applications. Proficient in basic data entry.

Additional Benefits:

• 100% Company Paid Medical Insurance Premiums
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company funded HSA or HRA Accounts (with enrollment in applicable health insurance plan)
• Paid Time Off
• Employer paid basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401k Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company paid holidays, employee discounts, holiday gift certificates

Physical Demands (U.S. only)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations

This position requires access to “controlled technology” as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730 et. seq.) and “technical data” as defined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22 C.F.R, Chapter 1, Subchapter M). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work.

PCB Piezotronics is an equal opportunity employer