Process Planner

Butech Bliss • Salem, OH

2d • $33 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules and work orders for Copper Department projects. This role involves reviewing engineering documentation, creating manufacturing routings, and coordinating workflow across various production stages. The Process Planner will monitor project progress, identify risks, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient resource allocation and material availability. Additionally, the role supports cost estimating, continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with quality and safety standards. Travel to customer, supplier, and company locations is required, along with operating a vehicle for business purposes.

Requirements

• Strong machining background is critical to this role.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must meet and maintain Company Driver eligibility requirements and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Must maintain required automobile insurance when operating a personal vehicle for company business.
• Ability to travel locally and occasionally overnight as business needs require.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday.
• Ability to visit manufacturing and shop floor environments regularly.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment when in production areas.
• Visual ability to review drawings, schedules, and manufacturing documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Strong computer skills or machine programming experience.
• Experience with copper processing equipment, rolling mills, metal forming equipment, or custom engineered machinery.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, and manufacturing operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules and work orders for Copper Department projects.
• Review engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, and customer requirements to determine manufacturing processes and routing.
• Create and maintain manufacturing routings, labor standards, and process documentation within ERP systems.
• Coordinate workflow through fabrication, machining, assembly, testing, and shipping operations.
• Monitor project progress and identify schedule risks, bottlenecks, and resource constraints.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and department managers to prioritize work and allocate resources effectively.
• Ensure material availability by working closely with Purchasing, Inventory Control, and Supply Chain personnel.
• Analyze manufacturing performance data and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support cost estimating activities by providing labor and process planning information.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings and production planning reviews.
• Track schedule adherence and provide regular status updates to management and project teams.
• Assist in implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and update standard work instructions and process documentation.
• Coordinate engineering changes and ensure accurate implementation in production plans.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, safety requirements, and operating procedures.
• Support capacity planning and long-range production forecasting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all Butech Bliss safety rules.
• Travel to customer, supplier, job site, and company locations as required.
• Operate a personal or company-owned vehicle for business purposes.
• Transport documents, equipment, parts, materials, or other business-related items as needed.
• Maintain authorization as a Company Driver in accordance with company policy.

Benefits

• Medical insurance at no cost to the employee, with a $3,500 deductible that is covered at 100% once met
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 4%
• Generous paid vacation
• Opportunities for salary increases every six months

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed