Production Planner
Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD), based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a leading supplier of pumps and components which meet the demanding requirements of the U.S. Navy’s surface and submerged fleet. In addition, EPD also provides a wide variety of spare and replacement parts, composite pump components, and support services for complete overhaul, upgrade and in-field expertise.
Assigned to the Program Management Office of the EPD business unit, this is an ideal opportunity for an experienced planner to step into a challenging role of all aspects of project planning.
You will have responsibilities to assigned projects working across departments including Quality, Sourcing, Engineering and Operations to create requisitions for materials and services, track status of purchase orders to update project schedules and be a contributing team member to developing best practices in support of continuous improvement. You possess strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills and proven competencies with ERP systems and other computer software (e.g.; Oracle and Microsoft Office software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project.
Location: Bethlehem, PA
Salary: $65,000 to $82,000
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge
Responsible for all planning activities relative to EPD pump projects.
Reviews manufacturing requirements generated by Engineering and then time-phases the requirements to support the Integrated Master Schedule.
Determines material requirements from engineering and need by dates based on production schedules and contract delivery dates.
Coordinates the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, quality, production, engineering, testing, and scheduling.
Plans parts requirements for layouts (kitting) and assemblies
Prepares work orders/purchase requisitions for the production or procurement of components or parts based on a master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements. Also, prepares routings, pick lists, and shop job packets.
Assists management in resolving problems concerning over-shipments, shortages, engineering changes and cancellations.
Monitors and records status-to-plan data.
May lead activities of non-exempt personnel.
Recommends inventory levels to meet project requirements.
Other duties as necessary.
What You Bring
Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain security clearances.
Bachelor’s Degree in or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of production, material, or project planning experience (BOM structure).
Prior experience working in the Defense Industry is preferred.
Knowledge or experience with Government contracting projects.
Understanding of Supply Chain Management operational concepts surrounding planning, scheduling, purchasing, supplier selection, inventory control, and logistics.
Experience with Oracle or a similar ERP system is an asset.
Having worked in project teams.
Strategic sourcing experience/skills.
Lean and/or Six-Sigma experience and knowledge is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and develop effective working relationships.
Self-starter, highly motivated, action-oriented, proactive, collaborative, and results-driven.
Who We Are
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD) and its predecessor companies have been providing naval and maritime technological expertise since 1847. EPD's pumps go to the heart of the systems that enable the Navy's ships and submarines to protect our nation. Today, EPD is the leading supplier of mission-critical pumps for the U.S. Navy's Ford & Nimitz Class aircraft carriers and Virginia Class submarines, as well as the Navy's next generation Columbia Class submarine. EPD also supports the entire naval fleet with various innovative pumping solutions such as composite pumps and parts, and provides complete overhaul, upgrade and field service capabilities.
For more information, please visit us at https://www.cw-ems.com/epd/default.aspx
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
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Skills Required
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain security clearances
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years production, material, or project planning experience (BOM structure)
- Understanding of supply chain management concepts: planning, scheduling, purchasing, supplier selection, inventory control, logistics
- Knowledge or experience with Government contracting projects
- Experience with Oracle or a similar ERP system
- Prior experience working in the Defense industry
- Strategic sourcing experience/skills
- Lean and/or Six Sigma experience and knowledge
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-starter, highly motivated, proactive, collaborative and results-driven
What We Do
Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. We are the corporate descendants of the Wright brothers, the fathers of flight, and Mr. Glenn Curtiss, the father of naval aviation. In 1929, the companies founded by these three great aviation pioneers merged to form the largest aircraft company at the time, Curtiss-Wright Corporation. Today, we design and manufacture highly engineered, advanced technologies that perform critical functions in demanding conditions in the commercial, industrial, defense, and energy markets, and have operations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and trade under the symbol CW.
