Are you ready to be a driving force in our production process? Our manufacturing division is looking to hire a dynamic Production Control Planner to elevate our operational excellence to new heights.

Why choose the Kurt J. Lesker Company:
The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor, space exploration, automotive, solar, medical devices, and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability, which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years. 

Overview of Responsibilities:
The Production Controller will expedite movement of all jobs through the shop, including guiding the resources needed for production projects. The employee will work with all levels of the business to evaluate current and forecasted business levels. They will identify potential issues that would prevent a job from being on time to the customer and expedite to get the job back on track. They are responsible for ensuring the ERP milestone dates are maintained in order to deliver products on-time to end users. This position relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Key Job Elements:

Actively reviews jobs to identify problem areas and works inter-departmentally to resolve issues.
Works within Power BI to understand backlog and can make quick decisions to help support On Time Delivery and customer satisfaction
Works with Manufacturing engineering, Procurement, Material Control, and shop floor supervisors on solutions to keep jobs on schedule
Answer questions and resolves problems that arise with regards to specific project schedules
Knowledge of all non-conformances identified on jobs that could affect scheduled delivery, expedite processing of non-conformance to keep the job on track
Analyze scheduled and actual completion dates, identify areas for improvement
Ensures timely compliance with company workplace policies and procedures, including human resource policies and safety
Works closely with Production Planner and Production Control Supervisor
Responsible for maintaining performance measures and contributing to creation of new measures to support departmental and the companies overall growth
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Required

Associates Degree or 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, and supply chain activities
Use ERP capacity planning tools to make necessary recommendations to the Production Control Supervisor to maintain on time delivery
Must have strong computer skills and be proficient using ERP, Excel, and Microsoft Products
Strong team communication with good cross-collaboration abilities
Ability to handle administrative tasks as assigned regarding Production Planning/Scheduling
Analyze delivery data for ways to continuously improve on time delivery
Must have strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
Must be able to evaluate situations, identify options and implement effective solutions quickly and efficiently

Benefits we offer to enhance your lifestyle:

Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
On-site Gym and Running Trail
Climate Controlled Environment
Health & Wellness Programs including mental, physical, and financial (on-site yoga, meditation, seminars, flu shots, biometrics Screening, annual 5K and waste pick up events, etc.)
Recycling program, solar panels and electric vehicle plug in station
Paid time off
401(k) with employer match
Office-wide events
Employee recognition programs

Awards and Recognition:

Ernst & Young LLP - Entrepreneur Of The Year® East Central Award to Kurt J. Lesker IV
PBT’s Best Places to Work
Business Ethics Award
Advanced Manufacturing Award

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Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at [email protected] or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.

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