Team Planner

This position may require access to United States export controlled technical data ("CTD") and hardware under the Departments of US State (ITAR) and/or Commerce (EAR). Eligible candidates are; US Citizens, Green Card holders, Asylees or others eligible to receive US export license authorizations. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

The purpose of the Team Planner is to provide operational support for the scheduling and release of orders. This person also functions as a back-up supervisor.


Responsibilities:

The role is primarily responsible to organize and coordinate the release of orders for production. This includes running production reports, ensuring Heijunka cards are available for Operators, and maintaining the Item Master Sheets. The person in this role is responsible for reconciling the Negative On-Hand reports, including researching issues and performing related transactions. The person in this role also is responsible for verifying pick lists for accuracy and reviewing and researching the shortage report. This person will be responsible for maintaining location integrity and for identifying areas for improvement in the process. This position is also responsible for reconciling scrap and processing related inventory transactions, and for managing the Cycle Count program for Traverse City.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment, or similar exposure to a Planner role.
• Familiar with, or willing to obtain training in MRP on XA software.
• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Suite experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.


Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
• A culture of top performance
• A global, diverse environment
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
• A conviction to improve communities around us
• Competitive salary and benefits

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