Production Planner

Location: Hanover, PA

US Citizenship Required

About SKF

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

The Aerospace Business Unit is responsible for Aerospace applications with a global responsibility for Sales, Manufacturing, Business development, Product and Process Development. The Business Unit operates in a large number of countries and markets, all over the world and with a customer portfolio that includes all major players in the Aerospace industry. Our business is fully customer focused, with products specifically designed for an engine / airframe application and then produced in small quantities and small lots on highly flexible equipment. Extreme product range fragmentation, complex product design, very high-quality standards and traceability requirements are the peculiarity of our Business Unit. In Hanover, PA we produce Rings and Seals for the Aerospace and Industrial markets.

Job Summary

This position will oversee the coordination and management of the day-to-day business activities between Aerospace Sealing Solutions’ customer service and the customer. The Planner is assigned a commodity for which they are responsible for the development and implementation of production and manufacturing schedules, to meet customer requirements and to maintain proper inventory levels. This will require constant interface with Operations, Engineering, Quality and Sales Departments. Based on already existing purchase contracts, the Planner will issue Purchase Orders for materials and supplies.The Planner will select the qualified supplier for each type of material required. The Planner is responsible and accountable for the performance of the suppliers of assigned commodities and the cost of purchased materials for the product line under their area of responsibility. Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required.

Job Duties and Responsibilities are (including but not limited to):

Responsible for acting on order releases action and exception messages from the ERP system.Plans and manages production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company’s productive capacity.Responsible for the analysis of sales order releases with respect to capacity planning and material requirements.Responsible for the management of inventory levels, schedules, and availability of selected item, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.Complete shipping information and delivery date input during Sale Order Reviews.Review and answer termination or cancellation requests from Sales.Order floor stock with shelf-life material for production.Review work in process material sweeps from production floor.Receive and review Sales Orders against current requirements and work in process using the Material Requirement Planning Report.Release Purchase Orders for production material, floor stock items, and all purchases to support the business unit.Interface with manufacturing personnel, the Purchasing Department and Supervisors on material status and production planning issues.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent manufacturing planning experienceC.P.I.M/C.P.M. certificate preferred.At least 2 yrs. experience in a Supply Chain role, specifically in requirements/production planning or master scheduling.Possess strong skills using MS Office programs, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Experience with computerized manufacturing planning systems (MRP, ERP)Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required.

What You’ll Love About SKF

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Hanover, PA

Job ID: 19588

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.