Material & Production Planner

New Standard Corporation•Springettsbury Township, PA

About The Position

New Standard Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Material and Production Planner to join our manufacturing team. This role is critical in ensuring customer satisfaction through effective planning, scheduling, and coordination of materials and production processes. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment, maintain system accuracy, and collaborate across departments to ensure on-time delivery and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Associate degree (2-year) or equivalent experience.
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in production planning, materials planning, or a related field.
High school diploma or GED required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Scheduling and Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
Supply Chain Fundamentals
Decision Making and Priority Setting
Process and Systems Knowledge
Technology Proficiency
Customer Focus
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Ethics and Values
Adaptability and Flexibility
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer and Quality Focus
Initiative and Results Orientation
Judgment and Decision Making
Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement
Safety-First Mindset
Time Management
Written and Verbal Communication
Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Housekeeping and 5S Practices

Responsibilities

Ensure customer satisfaction and on-time delivery as the top priority in all planning activities.
Accurately schedule work orders to meet customer requirements based on system lead times, vendor inputs, and process knowledge.
Maintain system accuracy across all phases of the scheduling process, including: Demand Planning Inventory Management Capacity Planning Work Order Creation, Execution, and Closure
Review capacity availability, identify constraints, and develop solutions to maintain production flow and supplier continuity.
Direct and regulate material movement throughout the manufacturing process.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure continuous material availability.
Interface directly with process area managers and shift leads regarding scheduling priorities and production requirements.
Monitor key performance metrics and prepare reports for production meetings.
Proactively communicate risks or variances and escalate issues when necessary.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
Partner with Engineering, Shipping, Sales, and other departments to support production goals and customer commitments.
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers and fulfill commitments with accountability and professionalism.
Understand and adhere to New Standard’s Quality Management System (QMS).
Seek opportunities to improve processes and solve problems proactively.
Foster teamwork, communicate effectively, and maintain a positive attitude.
Demonstrate a commitment to safety, with a goal of zero recordable accidents.
Practice effective housekeeping standards, including 5S principles.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including the application of Six Sigma methodologies when appropriate.