Strategic Production Planner & Materials Scheduler

Pilkington North America Inc.; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilkington North America Inc. is seeking a Materials Planner to develop production schedules and align manufacturing plans with demand, resources, and inventory targets.

You will coordinate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Logistics to ensure on-time delivery and optimal material usage. The role requires 3–5 years in materials management or logistics, a Bachelor's in logistics or related field, and strong Excel and SAP (ERP) experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in materials management or logistics operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of plant operations and production processes.
• Proven analytical abilities in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capacities.
• Skilled at solving practical problems and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• Experience with SAP or comparable ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development of the production schedule and manufacturing plan consistent with finished product demand, resource availability, and inventory level objectives.
• Optimizes resource planning operations through reduced set ups, family scheduling, etc.
• Schedules the production of material through the plant to meet customer requirements and maintain inventory levels
• Provide information to and coordinates with Purchasing Department to aid in the schedule for consumption of component parts and glass
• Maintains open communication with customers, manufacturing and support personnel, and subcontractors to assure manufacturing plans are clearly understood and fulfilled
• Coordinates with Maintenance and Engineering for scheduled down-time, PMs, equipment upgrades, etc.
• Assists in coordinating engineering changes
• Participates in new product development programs
• Interfaces with NMI/GSC and schedules pre-customer release development runs
• Maintains accurate records and documentation for history and audit purposes
• Supports departmental activities by serving as backup for other Materials positions as required.
• Prepares and publishes daily and weekly schedules
• Develops 12 week plan by part number
• Maintains updated procedures in support of Pilkington Quality System Requirements
• Provides assistance to Purchasing to determine material usage per part for annual blanket order estimation
• Review work in process material status on production floor
• Minimizes/eliminates obsolete material
• Participates in monthly/annual physical inventories
• Verifies Bill of Material and Routing accuracy
• Maintains the Material Master records
• On call 24/7 to respond to customer and scheduling questions
• Conducts all business affairs in accordance with Pilkington's business philosophy and Standards of Business Conduct
• Responsible for following the Environmental, Quality, and Safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned
• Adherence to NSG Standards of Business Conduct and it's Values and Principles

Skills

Forecasting

Production planning

ERP systems

Excel

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

SAP

SAP S/4HANA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pilkington North America Inc. is seeking a Materials Planner to develop production schedules and align manufacturing plans with demand, resources, and inventory targets.

You will coordinate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Logistics to ensure on-time delivery and optimal material usage. The role requires 3–5 years in materials management or logistics, a Bachelor's in logistics or related field, and strong Excel and SAP (ERP) experience.