Production Material Planner I or II

Job Summary: Under direction, the Production Planner I/II is responsible for creating work orders, scheduling production, and coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials to support the established MRP production schedule. The Production Planner accomplishes this by coordinating with the operations and procurement teams to ensure the movement of materials and resources through departments to meet production schedules. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics! Essential Functions: Create work orders in Oracle ERP for assigned department or product line according to established Kanban and Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) requirements Create “Non-Standard” rework orders when requested by M.E. (Manufacturing Engineer) ensuring proper material allocations, accounting codes and MRP inventory parameters are correct Assist with the creation “New Product Introduction (NPI)” work orders, working closely with the NPI Manager to ensure timely planning, scheduling, and delivery Assist higher level Planners and Configuration Management (CM) in the set-up of new Part Numbers in Oracle (i.e, MRP parameters, Make/Buy, Planner Codes etc.) Assist in the Make/Buy Process Distribute production schedules or work orders to the floor by coordinating with production supervisors Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions Identify and resolve daily material issues, such as shortages, by facilitating or expediting necessary components to support the production needs. Escalate shortages to appropriate parties for resolution Assist in preparation of production reports such as risk reports, on-time delivery reports, aged WIP reports, etc. Any other task assigned by supervisor or management Non-Essential Functions: May assist higher level Production Planners with auditing, updating, and maintaining MRP signal data and other production data in Oracle with VSM and Master Scheduler support Support Crane Business System initiative by participating in kaizen events Review, analyze, and sign Engineering change requests Implement ECO’s and BOM changes in Oracle by collaborating ME’s to determine and reconcile impacts to WIP Minimum Qualifications: Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ experience in scheduling, supply chain or fulfillment Knowledge: Knowledge of manufacturing, production planning and materials control functions Familiarity with scheduling and capacity planning tools; Working knowledge of production planning, material requirements planning, and Kanban systems; Knowledge of MRP parameters Skills/Abilities: Skilled in navigating and using an ERP system Proficient with arenaflex Office Suite, including high proficiency with Excel Strong detail-orientation Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Effective communication skills, both verbal and written Effective interpersonal skills Ability to coordinate materials and production schedules with multiple inputs and outputs Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Lean Manufacturing Experience with Oracle, ideally version 11i Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field of study Strong understanding of Kanban Systems, JIT, POU, FIFO, Level loading and their application to manufacturing processes Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Working Conditions: Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs. Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds Pushing (in pounds): up to 50 pounds Mental/Visual: Use of computer. Workspace (line, cube, etc): Desk in cube or office space Production Materials Planner I: Hourly Rate: $34.36/hr. - 40.74/hr. Production Materials Planner II: Salary Range: $83,700 - $99,600 Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy: Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year. 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development. Apply tot his job

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