Value Stream Planner

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 70,890 - 117,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Value Stream Planner to join a Value Stream Manufacturing team. The role focuses on planning and executing manufacturing programs, building plans, and assisting with order placement and follow-up for purchased products to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, has Lean/Six Sigma experience, and is proficient in Excel and MS Office. Strong collaboration with cross‑functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in business or other technical field.
• Manufacturing experience desired, preferably in a high-volume, low-mix environment
• Use of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
• Understanding of applying Lean in job shop or mid-volume operations
• Proven judgement and data-driven decision making
• Proficient with MS Office with extensive Excel experience
• Minimal Project Management Experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Experience in operational/manufacturing environments including Theory of Constraints is a plus

Responsibilities

• Execution of daily production control tasks (ship reports, material releases).
• Analyze sales orders within the planning lead time to ensure material availability.
• Support the value stream by planning manufacturing build plans.
• Troubleshoot and address exceptions to product flow.
• Perform analyses to highlight trends, drivers, and issues in production planning and implement countermeasures.
• Organize and manage multiple conflicting projects.
• Troubleshoot and recommend solutions.
• Coordinate and support internal and external supplier replenishment methods.
• Manage discrepant and stranded inventory to minimize WIP.
• Monitor, report, and update MRB work orders until back to standard flow.
• Participate in Lean process improvement and projects.
• Collaborate with Production Supervisor and Value Stream Support on root-cause downtime.
• Execute basic program plans with accurate record-keeping.
• Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills in a team environment.
• Interact with cross-functional teams; work independently with initiative.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Independent work

Decision making

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or technical field

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Value Stream Planner

The Value Stream Planner is an experienced member of a Value Stream Manufacturing team. This position is responsible for collaboratively working with others to plan and execute manufacturing programs and build plans. Assisting with order placement and follow up related to purchased products, the Value Stream Planner will reinforce work order scheduling policy ensuring on time conforming product delivery.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Execution of daily production control tasks as assigned (including ship reports, and input material releases).
• Analyze sales orders within the planning lead time ensuring material is available to fulfill scheduled orders.
• Support the value stream as required by planning manufacturing build plans.
• Help with troubleshooting and dealing with exceptions to product flow.
• Performs analysis that highlights trends, drivers, and issues with production planning. Initiates counter measures to resolve issues, develop capability, and ensures resolution.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple conflicting projects.
• Ability to troubleshoot and recommend solutions.
• Coordinate and support internal and external supplier replenishment methods.
• Manage discrepant and stranded inventory to minimize work in process.
• Responsible for monitoring, reporting and updating MRB work center manufacturing work orders until returned to the standard flow of work in the shop.
• Actively participate in Lean process improvement and projects.
• Active collaboration with Production Supervisor and Value Stream Support team in root-cause resolution of production down time.
• Successful execution of basic program plans as assigned. Must possess follow-up accuracy with record keeping of transactions and communications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to present information effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to successfully interact with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently with demonstrated self-initiative.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in business or other technical field.
• Manufacturing experience desired, preferably in a high-volume, low-mix environment
• Use of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
• Understanding of how to apply Lean in a Job Shop (such as QRM) or in mid-volume repetitive operations (such as Value Stream).
• Proven ability to demonstrate good judgement and make effective decisions based on facts and information at hand.
• Proficient with MS Office Products with extensive experience in Excel.
• Minimal Project Management Experience
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in operational or manufacturing environments including familiarity with the Theory of Constraints is a plus.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $70890 to $117300 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Aff irmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)