Production Materials Planner
Fort Lawn
Production Materials Planner
Full Time • Fort Lawn
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Position Overview
The Production & Materials Planner supports production planning, raw-material readiness, demand translation, and inventory analytics. The role ensures accurate data flow, reliable material supply, and clear visibility into planning constraints. This position builds planning discipline, drives analytical rigor, and supports operational execution.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning Support
- Translate forecasts and sales orders into production planning requirements.
- Prepare detailed daily/weekly planning schedules for review.
- Track variances and identify root causes for schedule disruptions.
- Support capacity modeling and future planning scenarios.
Material Planning & Availability
- Maintain material requirements plans (MRP) for all raw materials and purchased goods.
- Monitor material consumption, supplier lead times, and reorder triggers.
- Identify risks early and support Procurement to expedite or adjust orders.
- Validate BOM structures, yields, and scrap assumptions.
Inventory Analysis & Reporting
- Prepare inventory dashboards, KPIs, and analytical reports.
- Analyze slow-moving, aged, and excess inventory trends.
- Support cycle count variance analysis and corrective actions.
- Provide data-driven insights for inventory reduction initiatives.
ERP & Planning System Management
- Maintain accurate planning parameters in the ERP system.
- Ensure correct inputs for lead times, lot sizes, and planning horizons.
- Improve data accuracy through audits and system optimization.
Cross-Functional Support
- Partner with Operations to clarify priorities and sequence planning.
- Support Quality with traceability data and material reporting.
- Collaborate with Engineering on BOM changes and production routings.
Process Improvement
- Identify gaps in planning workflows and recommend improvements.
- Develop tools, trackers, and templates for more efficient planning processes.
- Participate in cross-functional improvement projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Operations, or similar.
- 2–5 years in planning, scheduling, or materials analysis.
- Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel/ERP experience.
- Communicate requirements across technical teams.
- SAP (ERP System) knowledge can be a plus.
Ready to Apply?
If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your current resume when applying. Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview, and interviews will begin as applications are received. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the position will remain open until it is filled.
Ready to Apply?
If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your current resume when applying. Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview, and interviews will begin as applications are received. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the position will remain open until it is filled.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Synteen Technical Fabrics, Inc., recently acquired by Maccaferri Inc., a global leader in engineered environmental solutions, specializing in geosynthetic and geotechnical materials for civil engineering and construction applications. With a reputation for innovation, quality, and industry leadership, focused on delivering high-performance solutions that solve complex geotechnical challenges. Synteen Technical Fabrics, Inc., founded in 1998 continues to expand serving all North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Based in Lancaster, South Carolina with a team boasting 75+ years of experience, the company ensures rigorous testing, continuous innovation, and responsiveness to customer feedback to stay at the forefront of the geosynthetics industry and prides itself on manufacturing its products in the United States.
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Paid Time Off
Opportunity for Advancement
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