Processing Planning Specialist

American Steel and Aluminum (ASA), a leading metals supplier and fabricator dating back to 1806, has always prided itself in delivering world class products to our extensive customer base through a focus on innovation, quality, and integrity.

Our mission has, and always will be, to ensure ASA continues to be an industry leader with unmatched quality, customer service second to none, and a workforce that is inclusive and dynamic.

With customers that span across a multitude of industries – defense, robotics, automotive, industrial, and more – our organization requires a team just as diverse to continue meeting the needs of our customer base.

For ASA, it’s just not about attracting top talent; rather our emphasis on championing continual employee development, providing challenging and rewarding assignments, and leveraging a collaborative team culture is what separates us from our competition.

While we have a rich history that is almost 220 years old, we welcome you to join our growing organization and help usher in the next generation of Team ASA.

Why Join Our Team?

• Transparent & Rewarding Culture!
• Competitive Pay!
• Advancement Opportunities!
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Personal, Sick, Maternity/Paternity/Family, Bereavement, and Holidays!
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield!
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care) & Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans!
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) With Company Match!
• Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program!
• Tuition & Ongoing Development Reimbursement!
• Community Outreach/Volunteer Events!
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Perks/Discounts On Vacations, Events, & More!

Position Summary

The Processing Planning Specialist will support the Processing Manager in preparing orders for processing. This role encompasses coordination of collecting, reviewing, and executing movement of materials for on time delivery. This includes, but not limited to, order entry, preparation of production plans and control of production schedules, process inventory transactions into ERP system, scheduling and tracking project timeliness and ensuring a smooth transition from planning to finish product.

What You’ll Do

• Foster a culture of safety awareness & safety prioritization that ensures compliance.
• Ensure that quality standards are met, champion quality ownership of work center.
• Enforce all company rules, policies, and procedures; communicate concerns with division management and/or Corporate.
• Enter all orders received from the customer into the database.
• Carefully Review purchase order and technical data and ensure all contract criteria are met.
• Assist in the preparation of production plans and control of production schedules.
• Create and distribute work order packages to ensure a controlled flow of approved material (raw materials, work in progress and finish products) in time to meet production requirements.
• Coordinate the efficient movement of materials with Purchasing, Production and Stockroom, Shipping/Receiving.
• Release requisitions to Purchasing for new customer orders released.
• Develop and update shortages lists for production plans.
• Process inventory transactions into ERP system and record keeping / filing in support of Planning functions.
• Carry out analysis and reporting to support forecasting activities.
• Help in scheduling and tracking project timeliness.
• Track and communicate status of work in progress, material availability, and escalate potential problems.
• Liaise with cross-functional team-members across the business on an ongoing basis on project updates and continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience and Certifications

• Prior experience with metal processing (oxy cutting, plasma cutting, waterjet, forming, welding, etc.) a plus.
• Prior experience with government or military and defense contract review a plus.
• Background/exposure to ISO9001-2015 or other quality system preferred.
• Blueprint and drawing interpretation a plus.
• Demonstrated skill using Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, and ERP software a plus.
• Experience in a Manufacturing facility is a plus.

Critical Competencies

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently and shift priorities when necessary.
• Attention to detail and methods for ensuring accuracy.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Must possess an energetic and positive attitude and be willing to change and develop as the requirements of assigned tasks dictate.
• High-energy, adaptability and team oriented.
• Capable of maintaining a professional demeanor and ability to respectfully diffuse sensitive situations.

Education Requirements

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent such as a GED, is required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree is highly preferred.
• Technical school and/or practical experience is highly preferred.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with ADA recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job. Employee safety is a top priority at ASA and assigned workload may involve handling of heavy machinery, tools, and materials and as such we like to be clear and transparent about the physical requirements to perform this role safely.

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Close mental and visual attention required, coordinating manual dexterity with mental and visual attention for sustained periods of time.

_EEO Statement
American Steel and Aluminum LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Steel and Aluminum LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training._

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Blueprint reading: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person