Production Planner

About the role

Hydraulic Controls, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned premier fluid power distributor serving customers throughout the Western United States. For more than 60 years, our employee-owners and supplier partners have built our reputation on ethical business practices, value-added customer service, technical expertise, and local inventory. We are a practical, relationship-driven company with a strong operational focus. Our branches support customers who rely on responsive service, dependable products, and people who know how to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Reviews incoming orders and evaluates available parts and labor using ERP system and other provided tools.
• Creates a planned fulfillment date for new orders and submits to Production Manager for review.
• Processes orders in ERP system after review and approval of Production Manager.
• Works closely with Buyer and Production Manager to identify any resource shortages.
• Maintains accurate order information in ERP system.
• Provides up to date order information to co-workers and customers as necessary.
• Participates in forecasting of future resource requirements.
• Prints and distributes approved production documentation.
• Reviews for accuracy and processes finished Quality Control documents.
• Collaborates and coordinates with all departments, including inbound, inventory control, customer support, and all other necessary departments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and one to three years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient on Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and become proficient on TrulinX ERP Systems.
• Must be able to work independently and with little direct supervision.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.