Production Planner Buyer

Our client, a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a dedicated Production Planner to join their team. As a Production Planner Buyer, you will be an integral part of the Operations Department supporting production scheduling and planning activities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title: Production Planner Buyer 

Location: Lockport, NY

Pay Range: $32- $43hr depending on experience

Shift: Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm with some overtime

What's the Job?

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and monitor the final approval process for products throughout the production cycle.
• Coordinate production plans according to established schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate and implement engineering change orders within production processes.
• Work collaboratively with process engineers and test engineering teams to optimize manufacturing workflows.
• Analyze long lead-time parts and collaborate with purchasing to develop customized supply solutions.

What's Needed?

• Ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
• MUST have SAP experience for consideration
• Capability to respond quickly, decisively, assertively, and professionally to changing demands and requirements.
• Excellent judgment and initiative, with the ability to balance multiple priorities effectively.
• Thorough understanding of SAP or Material Requirements Planning (MRP), planning functions, and shop floor processes.
• Minimum of three to five years of production planning or material management experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ideally with PCBA/SMT experience.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative manufacturing environment.
• Engage in meaningful work that impacts production efficiency and product quality.
• Develop your skills and grow your career within a supportive team.
• Work with innovative processes and technologies.
• Be part of a company committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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