Analyst II - Process Planning

Carpenter Technology•Reading, PA

About The Position

The Process Planning Analyst II translates customer order requirements into accurate, cost-effective manufacturing line-ups that support quoting, scheduling, manufacturing, testing, and certification. The role creates and maintains production routings, quality inspection plans, and other master data objects in SAP S/4 HANA and/or Mainframe systems, ensuring alignment with internal technical standards, equipment capabilities, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. This position connects Commercial, Production, Planning, Quality, Technical, and Supply Chain teams to support accurate and efficient order execution. It also manages master data requests and backlog activities, resolves order and data conflicts, supports continuous improvement and audits, and provides backup support for other product lines and planning areas as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, production planning, master data management, quality systems, supply chain, or a related technical environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate and resolve data discrepancies and process issues.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
Ability to build productive working relationships across multiple functional areas.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
Commitment to data accuracy, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field.
Experience with SAP S/4 HANA.
Experience with ERP systems, production orders, routings, and quality inspection plans.
Knowledge of Mainframe systems, IBM Notes, and SQL.
Experience in manufacturing, metals, specialty materials, aerospace, or other industrial environments.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, and quality systems.
Understanding of quality testing, certification requirements, and customer specifications.
Competency within a specific product line or manufacturing area.
Familiarity with metallurgical principles, alloy characteristics, and manufacturing capabilities.
Experience supporting continuous improvement, Operational Excellence, or ERP transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Translate customer order requirements into accurate and cost-effective manufacturing line-ups for quoting, scheduling, manufacturing, testing, and certification.
Create and maintain master data objects, production routings, and quality test and inspection plans in SAP S/4 HANA and/or Mainframe systems.
Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and quality of master and transactional production order data in accordance with internal standards and customer requirements.
Manage backlog activities and process master data creation and change requests in alignment with business priorities and service expectations.
Investigate and resolve conflicts in incoming order requirements and master data issues, independently or with cross-functional teams.
Understand and communicate the effects of master and transactional data changes across Production, Planning, Quality, Finance, Purchasing, Commercial, EH&S, and Technical functions.
Support Operational Excellence initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, and problem-solving activities.
Participate in internal and external audits and maintain compliance with SOX, ITAR, and other regulatory requirements.
Provide backup support for additional product lines and planning areas as needed.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.