Planning Analyst Job

Primary location: Newark, Ohio Relocation offered: No Employment status: Full-Time Travel: <10% Non-compete: No The estimated base salary range for this role is “$51,000 to $66,000” per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors What does it mean to work at Tectum, Inc.
, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries? It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future.
We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.
By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential.
Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive: A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration.
We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.
Reporting to the Production Logistics Planner, the Planning Analyst will assist with the design and implementation of raw material, manufacturing, and/or technology systems that will enable continuous process improvement within the warehouse.
The incumbent will participate in process improvement activities and will support plant manufacturing and administrative duties as assigned.
What’s in it for you? Ability to network across the company and learn from different departments.
Dedicated training and development to help you grow in your role.
Collaboration and an open friendly team environment.
What you’ll be doing Inventory Performs the cycle count process for warehoused items.
Determines cycle count schedule for items.
Trains relevant operators to complete cycle counts at their level.
Standardizes the developed process.
Tracks and reports out on cycle count accuracy.
Supports the Production Logistics Planner in plantwide inventories to achieve a high confidence count every quarter.
Utilizes systems in SAP to aid in digitalizing cycle counts and inventories.
Scheduling/Planning Trains on the current planning process for all the various lines in the plant.
Provides support to production in areas of manpower planning, production planning, raw material utilization, etc.
Integrates operations with production planning: raw material flow, inventory, packaging, quality of material, GIP.
Covers occasionally for planning responsibilities and special item set ups on an as needed basis.
Warehouse Management System Communicates the transfers process on the floor level and supports the higher-level process and decisions.
Trains operators on correct entry, complete required transactions for spot transfers, support any technical aspects, and use of inventory knowledge to make decisions that will alleviate warehousing constraints.
Assists with onboarding the floor to SAP and providing timely support to complete a major milestone to our digital transformation efforts.
Looks for areas of opportunity to help automate processes, develop solutions, and gain support from others to complete sustainable change.
Serves as the plant resource for the Warehouse Management System Project.
Supports new product development (NPD) activities by setting up test items/transfers and supporting the creation/deletion of items in SAP as needed.
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Other Administrative Duties as Assigned Coordinates work between maintenance and production including prioritizing the work and scheduling of production activities.
Coordinates with maintenance on activities and improvement projects within the warehouse.
Coordinates activities around major shutdowns and holiday periods.
Assists with resolving quality issues that arise at shipping/crating.
Brings issues to the quality leaders in the plant when an issue is found and support operators in ensuring we are putting safety and quality first.
Supports warehouse housekeeping efforts using Lean 5S principles.
Provides timely communications to Production, Engineering and Maintenance Departments regarding production improvements and changes.
What will make you successful Excellent knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge and intermediate user experience of an MRP/ERP system.
Knowledge and intermediate user experience of SAP Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation).
Good organizational and time management skills.
Basic professional skills, business knowledge, and an awareness of the manufacturing process.
High School Diploma or GED required.
What will make you stand out At least 3 years of administrative, scheduling, coordination, or customer service experience in a manufacturing environment Prior work experience in a union environment Travel: Minimal; approximately 5% to partner plants/customers as needed.
Physical and Mental Demands The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit for prolonged periods; repetitive motion of hands/wrists/fingers; concentrate and repeat the same physical or mental activities over and over; think analytically and be exact or highly accurate; make decisions such as to identify complex problems, develop options and implement solutions; work in a team; ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards; pay attention to and remember details; communicate effectively including active listening to understand points being made, and asking appropriate questions and not interrupting inappropriately; speak to convey information effectively; write to communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience; read to understand work related documents; move between different physical locations within and between buildings; and push, pull, carry and lift in the normal course of travel.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions with standard level of noise common to an office environment including office equipment and co-workers speaking to each other and on phones.
Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment when entering the floor of manufacturing facilities based on the specific requirements of each location.
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Why should you join Tectum, Inc.
, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries? Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas.
With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.
At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity.
It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play.
It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders.
We hope you join us.
Our Sustainability Ambition "Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to: Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce; Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet; Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play; Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.
About the location (Newark OH) Tectum, Inc.
, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, Inc.
(AWI), is one of fifteen Armstrong plants in North America.
Our Tectum manufacturing plant employs many people across 2 shifts who are involved in the manufacturing and shipping of our Tectum product.
With over 60 years of innovation and experience in reducing noise worldwide, our Tectum plant has the right product for your noise problem.
This position is located in beautiful and historical Newark, Ohio, the county seat of Licking County, 40 miles northeast of Columbus.
We also have another location in nearby Hebron.
Licking County has lots to offer.
We have an abundance of parks including Newark Earthworks, the National Historic Landmark where visitors can explore 2,000-year-old geometric earthworks that served as both cathedral and astronomical observatories for the Hopewell Culture.
If you want to stay indoors, The Midland Theatre is a beautiful 1,200-seat theatre offers exciting and affordable family-friendly shows, legendary artists, world-class dance, and intimate stage-door performances.
Tectum Inc.
, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.
As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.
We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Come and build your future with us and apply today!