Material Planner

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated•Exton, PA

About The Position

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Job Description Material Planner The Material Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and tracking the flow of materials throughout the production cycle. This role reviews material requirements based on engineering specifications and production schedules, ensuring timely and efficient movement of materials in coordination with purchasing, production, and engineering teams. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate procurement data within business systems, creating and updating bills of material, and managing part and commodity numbers in supply chain or enterprise-wide systems to ensure data integrity.

Requirements

Associates degree in Business, or a related field or equivalent work experience; Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Minimum of 3 years or production planning experience and MRP (Materials Requirement Planning)
Strong Computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite, is required Excel database, Power Query and Power BI experience a plus
SAP experience is preferred
Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Occasionally lift or carry items such as files, office supplies, or small packages (typically up to 10–20 lbs)
Ability to remain seated for extended periods (typically 6–8 hours per day)
Ability to use hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment
Ability to hear and understand speech in person and over the phone
Ability to move within the office environment, including walking short distances to attend meetings or retrieve documents
Please note due to the requirements from the Department of Energy, U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage on-time-delivery and consignment bin levels to customer requirement
Perform Inventory improvement projects as assigned
Manage Production Requirements Planning (PRP) in SAP, and other SIOP programs
Work Collaboratively with Value Stream personnel on Jobs and Customer Orders
Manage Subcontractor production schedule and material flow
Communicate raw material requirements to support production for Customer Orders
Monitor and maintain First Article requirements
Develops and maintains a working knowledge of the Teledyne Quality Management System and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures as appropriate
Carries out special projects and all other appropriate and reasonable duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Follow all company safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to Manufacturing Manager, EHS Manager, and/ or Director of Operations
Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S
Perform tasks/duties related to special projects or assignments
Perform other duties as assigned by department management
Ability to handle internal customer situations, which are sometimes time critical in a logical manner and resolve issues resourcefully and tactfully
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Must be able to work effectively individually and in a team environment
Must be able to pay close attention to details
Must be able to perform successfully under minimum supervision