Manufacturing Planner

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.

As our Manufacturing Planner -

You will be a part of our Diversified Food and Health Division focused on our Bevcorp product line.

You will provide support to the manufacturing planning team by handling administrative tasks and assisting with the coordination of production schedules. This role is ideal for individuals who are organized, detail-oriented, and interested in gaining experience in manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage jobs for production through the ERP system while looking at demand, verifying workflow, securing material, and scheduling completion dates to ensure delivery to both internal and external customers.
• Request bids for manufactured parts and issue purchase orders based on cost and delivery.
• Collaborate with Sales Account Executives, suppliers, and delivery personnel to discuss timelines and answer inquiries, while also communicating shipping delays.
• Review existing engineering drawings and bills of materials for all parts and assemblies.
• Work with the Material Handler to help locate, move, and stage parts on the production floor based on the previous or next job operation to keep material flowing through production.
• Work with the purchasing team to request raw material, and outsource subcontracting operations for necessary manufactured parts.
• Upon job completion, review jobs for costing and provide edits in the method of manufacturing for future jobs.
• Provide job costing support to internal team members for parts not previously manufactured.
• Work within the planning team to shift shop assembly and manufacturing schedules to meet production needs.
• Manage all processes as part of large, assigned projects to ensure project continuity and on time delivery with all parts.
• Determine the most cost-effective way to ensure delivery and quality products.
• Perform all duties and assigned tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Suggest and aid in implementing process improvements specifically regarding increased efficiency and customer information.
• Assist in writing new SOP documents to implement change.
• Responsible for reporting safety hazards and implementing new standards as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required.

• Minimum of 3 years material planning experience required.

• Mechanical engineering or technical degree preferred.

• Prior experience with manufacturing process, production planning, and job management.

• Must be proficient using all Microsoft Office applications with additional ERP (Epicor or similar system) scheduling and material planning experience.

• Knowledge of industrial processes such as: Saw, Lathe, Mill, Heat Treat, Plating, Grinding and Assembly.

• Mechanical work history and tool knowledge
• Experience reading and understanding engineered drawings.
• Experience with manufacturing and fast-paced environment.
• Proficient working on multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Display and promote a positive work environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
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You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.

We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!

Benefits: JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

JBT Marel uses technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications. 

These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job‑related criteria. 

All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive hiring practices globally. 

Equal Opportunity Employment:

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.