Production Planner - Machine Shop

POSITION DESCRIPTION  Our Taneytown, MD Pump Manufacturing facility is over 150,000 square feet and provides capability for engineering, design, customer service, machining, assembly, and testing for a diverse product portfolio.   We are currently seeking a Production Planner that will work closely with the department / project managers to make sound business decisions that positively impact the ability to meet the needs of our customers while satisfying quality, inventory, cost, and delivery requirements.    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY  * Plan, schedule, and manage the materials for delivering time-critical components to support assigned production area and/or service areas  * Schedule production jobs based on due dates, customer requirements, and material availability.  * Evaluate machine shop capacity to maintain schedule adherence for machining production orders.  * Manage rescheduling process when unforeseen issues arise, keeping customer OTD as the priority  * Coordinate with warehouse, engineering, manufacturing engineering and quality to minimize schedule impact when issues arise  * Ability to use ERP systems to identify and track resolution of material shortages  * Create and organize work order packets  * Preparing, coordinating, and participating in physical inventory counts.  QUALIFICATIONS  Required:  * High school Diploma / or local equivalent with at least 3 years’ experience in Materials Replenishment Planning (MRP)   * Basic knowledge of the fundamental structure and workings of an MRP (Materials Requirement Planning) and/or ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems  * Knowledgeable in scheduling, production planning and detailed scheduling, demand management, purchasing, and capacity management.  * Positive Attitude, Ethics and Integrity which support Flowserve’s Core values  * Good oral and written communications skills  * Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Outlook  * Capacity to effectively manage multiple, sometimes competing, priorities and still achieve desired results  * Knowledge of continuous improvement / LEAN methods is desired  * Ability to lift 50 pounds using proper lifting equipment and perform duties while standing for extended periods of time  Preferred:  * Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or Supply Chain degree  The pay range for this role is $31.84 - $47.78 per hour. Benefits Starting from Day 1: • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options) • Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance • Short- and Long-Term Disability • Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources • Educational Assistance Program • Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation) • Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.