Planner

Ushers / Aalberts surface technologies-machining solutions•Greenville, SC

About The Position

PLANNER I You don’t just follow the schedule — you make it work. Manufacturing | CNC Machining Environment Industrial Manufacturing | Gas Turbine Experience a Plus We’re looking for a Value Stream Planner I who understands that a schedule is only as good as the materials, capacity, and reality behind it. If you like solving flow problems, hate bottlenecks, and get suspicious when inventory “looks fine,” this role is for you. What You’ll Be Doing Build and maintain realistic production schedules based on demand, materials, and capacity Manage end-to-end value stream performance — not just dates in the system Adjust plans when machines go down, priorities change, or reality intervenes Ensure materials are available when needed (not too early, not too late) Use the ERP/MRP system to keep schedules accurate, current, and executable Partner with production, materials, purchasing, and warehouse teams to keep flow moving Identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve lead times using Lean principles Track and report KPIs like schedule adherence, on-time delivery, WIP, and inventory accuracy In short: you help turn demand into finished parts — without chaos. ? What Makes You a Fit 4-6 years in a CNC machining manufacturing environment Experience with planning, scheduling, and/or value stream mapping Comfortable working in ERP/MRP systems (you trust data, but verify it) Able to read and understand drawings, routers, and process specs APICS / CPIM certification? Great bonus, not a dealbreaker Industrial gas turbine experience? Even better — we’ll notice immediately Skills That Matter Here Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Attention to detail (because small misses become big problems) Ability to juggle multiple priorities without losing your cool Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally Comfortable working independently and making sound decisions Lean-minded, improvement-focused, and allergic to waste Why This Role Is Worth Your Time Direct impact on production performance and customer delivery Exposure to the full value stream — not a siloed planning role Collaboration with operations, quality, supply chain, and leadership A role where your ideas to improve flow are expected, not ignored Real manufacturing problems, not spreadsheet theater If you like connecting the dots between demand, materials, capacity, and execution, we should talk.

Requirements

4-6 years in a CNC machining manufacturing environment
Experience with planning, scheduling, and/or value stream mapping
Comfortable working in ERP/MRP systems (you trust data, but verify it)
Able to read and understand drawings, routers, and process specs
High School Diploma or equivalent required
5-7 years in a CNC machining manufacturing environment planning, scheduling, and/or value stream mapping required
Experience with ERP/MRP systems for production planning and scheduling
Must have the speaking ability and sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics to enable and adequately perform the job
Must be able to sit/stand continuously daily
Must be able to twist, turn, bend, and reach freely
Must have sufficient dexterity in both hands and arms to perform the routine operation of equipment
Physical activity: Sitting, walking, standing, typing, holding, grasping, etc., approximately 80% of the time
Bending, reaching outwards and above shoulders, and lifting thirty pounds unassisted approximately 20% of the time

Nice To Haves

APICS / CPIM certification? Great bonus, not a dealbreaker
Industrial gas turbine experience? Even better — we’ll notice immediately
APICS or related certification preferred

Responsibilities

Build and maintain realistic production schedules based on demand, materials, and capacity
Manage end-to-end value stream performance — not just dates in the system
Adjust plans when machines go down, priorities change, or reality intervenes
Ensure materials are available when needed (not too early, not too late)
Use the ERP/MRP system to keep schedules accurate, current, and executable
Partner with production, materials, purchasing, and warehouse teams to keep flow moving
Identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve lead times using Lean principles
Track and report KPIs like schedule adherence, on-time delivery, WIP, and inventory accuracy
Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer demand, material availability, and capacity constraints.
Manage end-to-end value stream performance, ensuring optimal material flow and minimal waste.
Assess and adjust production plans based on equipment availability, labor capacity, and customer demands.
Monitor and adjust schedules to optimize workflow, reduce bottlenecks, and minimize downtime.
Collaborate with production teams to ensure on-time delivery and efficient resource utilization.
Analyze and manage end-to-end value stream performance, ensuring optimal material flow and minimal waste.
Ensures all production schedules, inventory levels, and material requirements are accurately entered and updated in the ERP system.
Ensure material availability aligns with production schedules to avoid shortages or overstocking.
Uses the ERP system to maintain realistic, efficient production schedules.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies within the value stream.
Use Lean Manufacturing principles to improve process flow and standardize best practice
Coordinate with purchasing, suppliers, and warehouse teams to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Monitor inventory turns, WIP levels, and raw material consumption within the value stream.
Assess and adjust production plans based on equipment availability, labor capacity, and customer demands.
Support resource allocation and workforce planning to ensure production goals are met.
Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including schedule adherence, lead times, on-time delivery, and inventory accuracy.
Work closely with production, quality, supply chain, and logistics teams to ensure seamless operations.
Promotion and execution of company mission, directives, and initiatives to successfully achieve organizational goals
Perform all work within the scope of abilities while acting in line with all quality and safety policies and practices
Oversees and assumes other duties and activities as able and assigned