Production Planner

Kanthal

About The Position

Are you our next Production Planner for our site in Bethel? In this exciting role, you will be part of an engaged team that works closely together to deliver on business needs. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will collaborate with a mix of internal experts and external partners to drive innovative solutions. Kanthal, part of the Alleima Group, is a world —leading brand for products and services in the areas of industrial heating technology and resistance material. We develop innovative solutions in creative partnerships with our customers, and with a strong commitment to reduce the environmental impact. With skilled people and pioneering technology, we support some of the world’s most exciting and biggest projects. Find out more at www.kanthal.com Your Role: As a Production Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating the inbound and/or outbound logistical operations, including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation to ensure sufficient supply of goods and products. Join us and send in your application today! Let's create the future together. About You: We are looking to hire a knowledgeable Production Planner with 3-5 years of prior experience. You should have sharp analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional organizational and time-management skills, and a strong regard for product quality and safety standards. Experience with MRP and ERP systems is required, and APICS certification is preferred. You should be a practical problem solver who values the power of action and the fulfillment of bringing concepts to life. At Kanthal, we appreciate the practical aspects of work and life, offering good salary, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. We strive to create a supportive environment where every individual can thrive, recognizing and valuing every contribution and effort. What You Can Expect From Us: A supportive environment where every individual is recognized and valued. Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunities for growth and career development. A commitment to safety and a zero-accident environment. Our Health Benefits are as follows: Medical HSA/FSA Dental Vision 401K Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Health Ins (accidental, critical illness, hospital, etc.) Identity Theft Protection STD & LTD Pet Insurance Additional Information: If you are interesting in applying for the Production Planner, please visit www.kanthal.com/jobs Kanthal is an Alleima company and a world-leading brand for products and services in industrial heating technology and resistance material. Backed by our skilled people and pioneering technology, every innovative solution is a creative partnership with our customers. With a strong commitment to reducing climate impact, we support some of the world’s largest and most exciting projects. Find out more at www.kanthal.com and www.alleima.com Kanthal is part of the Alleima Group and a world-leading company in sustainable industrial heating technology. Kanthal collaborates with energy-intensive industries such as steel, cement, petrochemical, and battery to develop electric heating solutions that help minimizing their carbon footprint. Kanthal®

Requirements

3-5 years of prior experience
Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
A strong regard for product quality and safety standards.
Experience with MRP and ERP systems is required

Nice To Haves

APICS certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Plan assigned production flow.
Monitor status of and resolve problems with material flow.
Release material and work orders to production groups per established schedules.
Execute the preparation of production schedules and detailed machine loading to comply with delivery schedules.
Coordinate with Production supervisor, sales, and logistics personnel to alleviate conditions that negatively affect scheduled deliveries.
Work closely with production to find improvement areas in planning and production flow.
Use company systems to drive overall planning and customer service improvements.