Buyer/Planner

Job Description Come join a global leader in pipe joining solutions! Victaulic has what you're looking for - career opportunity, professional development, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment. Our people are our best asset, so we take care of them. About Us: Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 30 branches worldwide with 5,500 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 4,000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. Since the 1950's Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and firefighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial applications to protect people and property. Job Details: This position will be responsible for managing and direct manufacturing activities to ensure a high level of product availability and customer service. Responsibilities: To include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed. * Understand and abide by all Company safety rules, regulations, and policies. Ensure that safe and sanitary working conditions are maintained in the facility in accordance with Company standards, as well as state & federal laws and regulations. Know and understand your OSHA rights. Conduct safety training topics as required or needed. Responsible for attending all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions. As required, promptly investigate accidents and near misses, completing appropriate reports and taking action to eliminate root causes. * Manage both MRP and Kanban requirements and distribute and maintain manufacturing orders. * Handle all inquiries or expedited delivery for assigned products. Respond to requests in a timely manner and follow through on commitments. * Manage component inventory levels and finished goods inventory through performance monitoring and implement lead-time reduction opportunities. Regularly review planning data and kanban levels. * Maintain all system Planning Data for assigned items. * Help ensure inventory accuracy. Conduct kanban and inventory audits. Assist Production Personnel in identifying and correcting problems found. * Work closely with supervisors and management to determine production priorities, overtime requirements, and capacity or component issues. * Help develop and maintain appropriate measurements of above. Continually work to improve performance and material flow by identifying root causes of problems and solving using process improvement techniques. * Participate in and lead Process Improvement activities. Develop and implement solutions working with manufacturing supervisors, Buyers, Engineering, Management, Customer Care, and hourly personnel as appropriate. * Assist with process and procedure documentation, and training of salaried and hourly personnel. * Complete or help coordinate other related, supporting projects as assigned. Key Core Competencies: * Self-Motivated * Problem Solving * Leadership * Teamwork/Cooperation * Effective Communication and Listening Skills * Accuracy and Follow Through * Attention to Detail * Technical Skills Qualifications (education, experience, skills, personal attributes) * Bachelor's degree preferred. * Previous experience in Materials Management in a manufacturing environment preferred. * Competency in Microsoft Office applications required. * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts (kanban, "pull", etc.) preferred. * Good organizational, analytical problem solving, and communication skills required. Ability to interact with a wide variety of people. * Must be responsible and self-motivated. * Willing to work extra hours as project or production needs dictate. Why Victaulic? * The Morning Calls Top Work Place * Opportunity for growth and Innovation * VPP World Class Safety Program * Company Events * Company Matched 401k Plan * Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Education Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program * Wellness Program Benefits effective on first day of employment: * Medical * Vision * Dental * Prescription * Disability * Life Insurance * 401K matching * Tuition reimbursement (effective 6 months after hire)