Production Planner - Forks Township, PA

Victaulic • Easton, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Victaulic is seeking a Production Planner to join their Operations team in Easton, PA. This role has a direct impact on the success of operations by ensuring the right products are produced at the right time to meet customer demand. The Production Planner will collaborate with cross-functional teams to balance production schedules, inventory levels, and resource availability, helping drive efficiency, minimize disruptions, and support on-time delivery. This position plays a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly, improving customer satisfaction, and contributing to the overall growth and success of the business.

Requirements

• Competency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Good organizational, analytical problem solving, and communication skills required.
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of people.
• Must be responsible and self-motivated.
• Willing to work extra hours as project or production needs dictate.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Previous experience in Materials Management in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts (kanban, “pull”, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and abide by all Company safety rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ensure that safe and sanitary working conditions are maintained in the facility in accordance with Company standards, as well as, state & federal laws and regulations.
• Know and understand your OSHA rights.
• Conduct safety training topics as required or needed.
• Responsible for attending all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions.
• As required, promptly investigate accidents and near misses, completing appropriate reports and taking action to eliminate root causes.
• Manage and direct manufacturing activities to ensure a high level of product availability and customer service.
• Manage both MRP and Kanban requirements, and distribute and maintain manufacturing orders.
• Handle all inquiries or expedited delivery for assigned products.
• Respond to requests in a timely manner and follow-through on commitments.
• Manage component inventory levels and finished goods inventory through performance monitoring and implement lead-time reduction opportunities.
• Regularly review planning data and kanban levels.
• Maintain all system Planning Data for assigned items.
• Help ensure inventory accuracy.
• Conduct kanban and inventory audits.
• Assist Production Personnel in identifying and correcting problems found.
• Work closely with supervisors and management to determine production priorities, overtime requirements, and capacity or component issues.
• Help develop and maintain appropriate measurements of above.
• Continually work to improve performance and material flow by identifying root causes of problems and solving using process improvement techniques.
• Participate in and lead Process Improvement activities.
• Develop and implement solutions working with manufacturing supervisors, Buyers, Engineering, Management, Customer Care, and hourly personnel as appropriate.
• Assist with process and procedure documentation, and training of salaried and hourly personnel.
• Complete or help coordinate other related, supporting projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Career development programs and internal promotion pathways—we build from within
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicable
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and wellness resources
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one another

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level