Production Planning Team Lead - Parker Hannifin Corporation : Job Details

Production Planning Team Lead

Location : KALAMAZOO, MI, United States

Job Family : Planning

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Feb 18, 2025

Job ID : 54679

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Primary Essential Function

The Production Planning Team Lead is responsible for analyzing, planning and managing the flow of materials to ensure they are provided according to schedule. The Material Planning Manager develops and implements strategies to keep inventory at a minimum without compromising customer expectations.

Scope/ Supervision and Interaction

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Responsibilities

• Manages and prepares division inventory relating to records, tracking of materials, changing business activity, quality of materials and stocking levels. Works closely with procurement to ensure reorder processes and timely delivery of materials are in place.

• Administers the development and implementation of an aggressive inventory reduction program limiting the Divisions exposure to excess inventory cost. Adjust inventory levels associated with any backlog production.

• Analyzes production requirements based on immediate sales orders and short/medium term forecast considering production resources (people, materials, equipment). Works with Division management to determine within single or multi-plant production facilities the most cost-efficient utilization of production resources for on time delivery and minimization overall cost.

• Develops scheduling to establish sequence and lead times of manufacturing operations. Requires scheduling in weekly, monthly or longer production cycles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in inventory and production control.

• 4-year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred.

• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.

• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.

• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Well-being:

• Our benefits start on day 1 of employment! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.

• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.

• Access to multiple dental plan options and vision coverage.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits.

• Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit.

• Company provided Life Insurance

• Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance. Additional supplemental benefits include legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection.

Financial Security and Growth:

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.

• 401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match.

Time Away & Work-life Balance :

• Accrued generous Paid Time Off.

• Up to 15 paid holidays per calendar year.

• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.

• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

• Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.

• Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!

• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.

Additional Benefits:

• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).

• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).

• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.

• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.

***Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

***Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

***Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to and (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015).

***This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.