Production Planner

LNK International, Inc.

  • Hauppauge, NY
  • $60,000-85,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
LNK International, Inc. is one of the nation's largest manufacturers of solid and liquid dose, over the counter (OTC) pharmaceuticals. For over 40 years, we have built a reputation for delivering the highest quality products, outstanding service and product innovation.What sets LNK apart? We believe it is our employees. There is a commitment to quality in every department at LNK. As a member of our Planning Department, you will be part of a team of dedicated professionals who support and interact with all areas of the company.Our full-time employees enjoy competitive benefits including:
  • 401(k) with generous employer match
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
Shift: Day ShiftThe Production Planner reports to the Manager of Planning and Forecasting and is a key member of the Planning team.Responsibilities:Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Plans finished goods and sub-assemblies through various production operations to align with customer requirements
  • Monitors production activities to ensure schedules are adhered to and deadlines are met.
  • Generates contingency plans to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.
  • Works closely with other departments to ensure materials are received on-time.
  • Tracks production performance.
  • Interfaces and coordinates with various departments to resolve material and capacity constraints.
  • Executes MRP signals generated by customer requirements, sales orders and forecasts/inventory levels.
  • Works with the procurement department to advise on purchases for component needs.
  • Participates in weekly meetings to review shortages/missed shipments and tablet demands.
  • Handles cancellation requests from the Sales Department.
  • Notifies the production control supervisor of any issues and overdue material that may jeopardize on-time deliveries to customers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by manager.
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word)
  • Must possess excellent analytical, organizational and communicational skills
  • Ability to function under minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills in writing, and orally with keen attention to detail
Education and Experience:
  • Associate's degree (business preferred) or equivalent experience
  • APICS classes/certification preferred
  • Minimum 5 years experience in a production planning/material control environment with MRP proficiency (QAD or SAP preferred).
Work Environment:
  • In person. There is no remote option for this role.
  • Overtime may be required from time to time.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work
The salary listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as permitted by law.LNK provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and prohibits discrimination of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

LNK International, Inc.