Inventory Control Planner

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Overview

East Penn is currently seeking an Inventory Control Planner for 1st shift- the Planner will be responsible for planning and process adherence within the division.  Will also coordinate and monitor MPS, MRP, S&OP, and RCCP within the division to ensure consistency and compliance with company standards.

Responsibilities

Draws up Sales and Operation Planning (S&OP) to establish the capacity and strategy to meet forecasted sales/customer orders

Reviews production specifications, forecasted demand, and capacity data to identify potential bottlenecks; performs calculations and seeks guidance on next step

Adjusts S&OP and short-term schedules in response to equipment downtime, labor shortages, or material constraints

Monitors daily production results, performs preliminary exception analysis, and provides actionable recommendations to impacted departments.(Exception Reports)

Validates forecast inputs against capacity reports (equipment and tooling) to identify emerging scheduling risks

Supports engineering and inventory functions by reviewing and validating BOM and routing accuracy in the ERP system

Runs and reviews purchasing forecasts/requirements, identifying risks or discrepancies in monthly material needs

Adjusts, updates, or deletes work orders in the ERP based on approved changes from authorized parties

Uses ERP and reporting tools to analyze planning data, identify trends, and support continuous improvement of planning accuracy

*Maintains regular attendance*Ability to work mandatory over timePerforms other duties as requested Responsible for producing a high quality productResponsible for proper hygiene, housekeeping, and safety practices*These tasks are considered essential elements of the job

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications

Work experience that includes knowledge of manufacturing planning, ERP systems, and exception management

Education/Certification

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered

Skills & Competencies

Required:

Demonstrates consistent understanding of MPS, MRP, S&OP, RCCP, and core capacity planning principles

 Utilizes ERP and related tools to investigate planning or capacity discrepancies and escalates appropriately

 Applies root cause analysis to identify drivers of schedule variances and recommends corrective actions

 Interprets analytical outcomes to support decision-making related to short-term schedules, capacity

availability, and material planning

Works Closely with: Provides day-to-day directions to employees engaged in planning and exception reporting within a division

Trains and mentors lower-level planners or new employees in proper manufacturing planning, ERP systems, and exception management

Minimum 2 years of related work experience in inventory control, planning & scheduling, warehousing, or manufacturing operations

Experience utilizing ERP or warehouse management systems required

Performs basic data analysis using Excel (pivot tables, lookups, filtering) to summarize planning data, evaluate constraints, and highlight trends or problem areas

Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information that may be somewhat complex, and/or to others who may have limited knowledge of the subject in question

Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams including production, warehouse, and quality to resolve discrepancies, explain exception report kickouts and reinforce planning expectations

Provides feedback on process adherence and recommends corrective actions to supervisors or area leads

Translates planning impacts into clear guidance for operations and scheduling team

East Penn Benefits

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution
• 9 paid company holidays, 2 paid personal holidays, and paid vacation days annually
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities