Manufacturing Planner
About The Position
Buffalo Tungsten is a leading manufacturer and global supplier of high purity tungsten powder. We have a strong commitment to quality assurance, competitive pricing, and short lead times. Because of our rigorous quality assurance system, the powders we produce meet the highest standards of purity and consistency. We have over three decades of experience and maintain a sole focus on producing powdered tungsten materials through a hydrogen reduction process. We have supplied customers in over 40 countries throughout the world. In addition to pure tungsten powder, we also produce tungsten carbide powder and tungsten carbide based thermal spray powders. Buffalo Tungsten is part of Sandvik group and organizationally belongs to the Powder Solutions division within the business area Sandvik Machining.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and/or associate’s degree preferred
- Prior Planning & Inventory Control experience has been your focus
- Experience with SAP preferred
- Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule and coordinate production of products according to customer specifications
- Work closely with Production Manager to plan resources and jobs efficiently
- Monitor and expedite operations that can delay production schedules
- Alter production schedules and plans as needed to maintain efficiency and quality
- Evaluate raw materials and needed equipment to ensure all required inputs are available
- Report on production status and/or issues to Planning Manager
- Identify methods and processes to improve production efficiency/productivity
- Coordinates and follows up on manufacturing workflows
- Store items received in appropriate storage areas, documenting any changes
- Maintain accurate and efficient inventory management practices for raw materials, finished goods, and constituents and report to Business Controlling
- Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies as they arise
- Support business controlling with monthly inventory reconciliation
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.
Benefits
- competitive package of health, dental and disability insurance
- 401(k)-retirement savings plan
- opportunities for professional competence, development and training
- opportunities for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
