Production Planner - Forks Township, PA

Job Description

VICTAULIC  

Production Planner

Easton, PA

Full-time

Manufacturing Environment

Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship

ABOUT VICTAULIC  

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.  

Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world’s most critical and prestigious structures.  

This facility is an OSHA VPP Star Site, reflecting our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of workplace safety through cooperative efforts between management and employees.

An Industry Leader With a Heart as Big as Its Ambition and Innovation  

At Victaulic, we’re committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.  

Let’s Build a Better World Together.  

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:  

• We build from within.  

• We stand behind our people.  

• We foster an environment for constant learning.  

• We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.  

YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE  

We're looking for a Production Planner to join our Operations team in Easton, PA. In this role, direct impact on the success of our operations by ensuring the right products are produced at the right time to meet customer demand. As a Production Planner, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to balance production schedules, inventory levels, and resource availability, helping drive efficiency, minimize disruptions, and support on-time delivery. Your work plays a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly, improving customer satisfaction, and contributing to the overall growth and success of the business.

WHAT YOU’LL BUILD & OWN  

• Understand and abide by all Company safety rules, regulations, and policies.  Ensure that safe and sanitary working conditions are maintained in the facility in accordance with Company standards, as well as, state & federal laws and regulations. Know and understand your OSHA rights.  Conduct safety training topics as required or needed.  Responsible for attending all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions.  As required, promptly investigate accidents and near misses, completing appropriate reports and taking action to eliminate root causes.
• Manage and direct manufacturing activities to ensure a high level of product availability and customer service. Manage both MRP and Kanban requirements, and distribute and maintain manufacturing orders.
• Handle all inquiries or expedited delivery for assigned products. Respond to requests in a timely manner and follow-through on commitments.
• Manage component inventory levels and finished goods inventory through performance monitoring and implement lead-time reduction opportunities. Regularly review planning data and kanban levels.
• Maintain all system Planning Data for assigned items.
• Help ensure inventory accuracy. Conduct kanban and inventory audits.  Assist Production Personnel in identifying and correcting problems found.
• Work closely with supervisors and management to determine production priorities, overtime requirements, and capacity or component issues.
• Help develop and maintain appropriate measurements of above. Continually work to improve performance and material flow by identifying root causes of problems and solving using process improvement techniques.
• Participate in and lead Process Improvement activities. Develop and implement solutions working with manufacturing supervisors, Buyers, Engineering, Management, Customer Care, and hourly personnel as appropriate.
• Assist with process and procedure documentation, and training of salaried and hourly personnel.
• Complete or help coordinate other related, supporting projects as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING  

• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Previous experience in Materials Management in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts (kanban, “pull”, etc.) preferred.
• Good organizational, analytical problem solving, and communication skills required.
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of people. Must be responsible and self-motivated.
• Willing to work extra hours as project or production needs dictate.

WHAT WE OFFER  

Build A Better Career  

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives  

• Career development programs and internal promotion pathways—we build from within  

• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities  

Build A Better Future  

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage  

• Retirement savings plans with company match  

• Life insurance and disability coverage  

Build A Better You  

• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicable  

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and wellness resources  

• Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one another  

Build A Better World  

Join a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.  

IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP  

Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the applicable country on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY  

Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. (Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process).  

VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICY  

All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic’s Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally, non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.  

Let’s Build a Better World Together.  

victaulic.com/careers