Production Planner / Buyer Pageland, SC

At Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems, we have the best, most complete flow control device and connection technology portfolio in the industry.

Our goal is to make it an easier and better buying experience by being the only organization that offers a complete line of flow control devices and piping systems solutions.

We feature a full range of connections, including push, press, thread, groove, sweat, and crimp to fit your Commercial, Industrial, and Backflow Prevention needs.

At Aalberts IPS, we recognize the importance of providing our employees with a good work environment and an excellent benefits package.

Summary : The Production Planner / Buyer is accountable for coordinating raw materials purchasing, production scheduling and shipping to ensure a smooth production flow consistent with customer requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Receives orders from sales offices and customers, checks for accuracy, commits to inventory based on availability of materials, customer needs and production schedules.
• Establishes production plans and priorities based on customer requirements. Plans daily work schedule for hourly personnel in accordance with production plans, customer needs, and overall production efficiency.
• Coordinates customer shipping with sales offices and carriers. Expedites shipping and deliveries as required to meet customer needs.

Plans daily loading schedules for truck and rail cars. Prepares loading combinations for shipping finished product. Coordinates shipping of non-inventory items.

• Coordinates interplant transfers of materials and informs Sales personnel and plant personnel as to material availability, production schedules, shipping schedules, and related information.
• Maintains material inventory levels within pre-established objectives. Removes shipped material from records, and orders materials as required to meet production needs.

Prepares various inventory reports.

• Coordinates order changes in production scheduling and shipping. Resolves daily problems with regard to material rejections and production changes due to equipment breakdowns.
• Prepares material and product certificates. Coordinates inspections and material sampling as required by various government or representative agencies.
• Ensures policies are communicated to production employees.

Qualifications / Requirements :

• High School Diploma / GED (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
• Advanced communication skills

Desired Skills :

• Solid expertise in developing creative solutions in a fast-paced setting.
• Prior MRP experience
• Ability to communicate effectively between multiple department supervisors.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience supply chain planning
• High attention to detail and escalate errors to management.

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems is an equal opportunity employer. At Aalberts IPS, we are committed to treating all Applicants fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Last updated : 2024-06-24