Parker Hannifin · 1 day ago
Planner Specialist - Fluid Systems Division
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$87K/yr - $145K/yr
6+ years expParker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. The Planner Specialist in the Fluid Systems Division is responsible for ensuring performance to the master production schedule, managing production priorities, and coordinating cross-functional activities to ensure a smooth flow of materials through the production process.
HardwareManufacturingIndustrial Manufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Determines production priorities by studying master production schedule and customer requirements
Acts as a primary customer contact for matters regarding production status, schedule changes, shipping information, and returned material. May adjust master schedule in response to customer feedback/requirements and manufacturing capacity
Identifies variety of raw material and component requirements for production from engineering and production specifications and schedules of diverse or difficult scope and complexity. Ensures accurate item master file and bill of material
Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are provided as needed. Evaluates, recommends, and implements changes to the overall planning process consistent with continuous improvement goals
Coordinates cross-functional activities with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Inventory Control, Shipping/Receiving, and Contract Administration to ensure a smooth flow of materials through the production process and consistent information regarding status and priorities
Evaluates materials supply and demands. Prepares work orders or purchase requests for the production or purchase of components or parts to support a master production schedule, shop load, and inventory requirements. Coordinates material movements between internal work and storage areas and/or outside processing or suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed
Schedules and expedites the movement of parts by means of move orders and/or stock transfers to meet customer shipping dates and minimize inventory
Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems. May lead or be assigned to a special project team
Analyzes inventory usage, scrap, and shrinkage. Recommends and implements any appropriate actions to minimize loss, reduce inventory, and/or increase inventory turnover that would support inventory level objectives
Analyzes proposed changes in methods, schedules, and materials. Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses
Resolves problems concerning over shipments, shortages, engineering changes, and cancellation of orders
Maintains configuration control on all open orders and appropriate data files as required by division policies and procedures
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical or trade publications, establishing networks, and/or participating in professional associations
Complies with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions. Complies with policies and procedures in Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM)
May provide leadership to others in department. Acts as prime contact on high level projects. Establishes goals and objectives required to complete projects. Trains and mentors less experienced employees
Shares specialized knowledge with others. Represents company on high-level projects. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities (e.g., continuous improvement)
Qualification
Required
Completed bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field and has passed the majority (3 or more) of the CPIM national certification exams; OR is CPIM certified
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through six or more years of related experience
Thorough knowledge of manufacturing resources, planning theories, principles, and industry practices
Thorough knowledge of manufacturing resource planning systems, business application software, and interface operations
Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement methods (e.g. pull systems, process mapping, JIT)
Knowledge of legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements related to production control
Ability to work on a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis and evaluation of various outcomes require tradeoffs
Ability to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may require coordination across multiple teams
Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies and recommend changes to procedures
Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management
Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities
Benefits
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
Company
Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin manufactures motion and control technologies, delivering precision-engineered solutions across various markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.13MKey Investors
Advanced Propulsion Centre UK
2016-01-18Grant· $4.13M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Todd M. Leombruno
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
J
John Dedinsky
Corp. VP Global Supply Chain & Procurement
Recent News
2026-01-03
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