Production Planning Technician

Kamatics is seeking a Production Planning Technician to ensure that all customer orders meet customer, productivity, and quality requirements. Provide support to production and manufacturing engineers as needed.

Kamatics is a global leader in high-performance bearings and engineered tribological solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Our team develops self-lubricating bearings and precision components that deliver durability, reliability, and performance in the harshest environments. We take pride in engineering excellence, collaborative problem solving, and a culture built on innovation and customer trust.  

Responsibilities: 

•    Create/revise shop orders, including all information to meet customer requirements. Create product structures. Develop/implement routings and plan for materials.

•    Plan materials for production schedule. Purchase material. Coordinate outside processes.

•    Maintain label database.

•    Provide limited editing of production drawings using Computer Aided Design programs to meet production expectations of process improvements, productivity, and quality and customer requirements.

•    Maintain clean and safe work environment. Follow safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Report safety incidents to supervisor.

•    Make recommendations for improvements to work processes. Contribute to 5S program in work area.

•    Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contribute to positive teamwork environment. 

•    Perform other duties as assigned. Participate in training/learning other positions. Accomplish related results as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications

Education:

•    High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree preferred. 

Experience:

•    Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience with up to 3 years preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•    Ability to read basic drawings/blueprints   

•    Proficient computer skills with solid MS office suite knowledge and exposure to CAD software.

•    Attention to detail with strong analytical thinking.

•    Strong time management skills with ability to organize, and plan.  

•    Strong problem solving and decision-making skills driving results.

•    Ability to communicate (verbal, written and listening) with a strong customer focus mindset.    

•    Self-starter with ability to work in a team.    

Physical Requirements:  

•    Frequent sitting at a computer workstation and grasping a mouse

•    Frequent mental and visual attention

•    Occasional (15-40%) lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.

•    Occasional bending and twisting

Benefits:

At Kamatics, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

Kamatics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.

(Actual placement within the salary range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, experience and location)