Production Planner I NC - 1st Shift

About PCB Piezotronics

PCB manufactures sensors used by design engineers and predictive maintenance professionals to test and measure vibration, pressure, force, acoustics, load and shock for test, measurement, monitoring and control requirements. Our sensors support testing in aerospace and defense, automotive, transportation, civil engineering, and general R&D industries. PCB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and releases Job and Transfer Orders using the ERP based on demand signals and available production capacity.
• Confirms material availability prior to releasing orders; communicates with purchasing to resolve any shortages or delays.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to adjust schedules and maintain optimal inventory levels based on real-time shop floor feedback.
• Maintains planning data accuracy in ERP including due dates, order modifiers and item status fields.
• Communicates effectively with purchasing, engineering and production to ensure alignment on priorities and constraints.
• Demonstrates consistent accuracy in ERP data entry and order management with minimal errors.
• Proactively identifies and resolves minor planning issues such as material shortages or scheduling conflicts.
• Understands and applies basic APICS principles including MRP (Material Requirements Planning) logic, inventory control, and demand planning.
• Shows initiative in learning ERP workflows, participation in training, and engaging in cross-functional coordination.
• Understands personal KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and can explain how their performance contributes to team and departmental goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in a production planning/manufacturing environment or related role.
• Strong analytical communication, time-management, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of Planning Systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in basic data entry.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in a production planning/manufacturing environment or related role.
• Strong analytical communication, time-management, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of Planning Systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in basic data entry.

Additional Benefits

• 100% Company Paid Medical Insurance Premiums
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company funded HSA or HRA Accounts (with enrollment in applicable health insurance plan)
• Paid Time Off
• Employer paid basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Company paid holidays, employee discounts, holiday gift certificates