Value Stream Planner

Job Title: Value Stream Planner
Pay rate: $77,698 - $115,000 DOE
Location: Kent, WA
Area Code: 253
ZIP Code: 98032
Start Date: Right Away
Shift: 1st Shift
Keywords: #Kentjobs; #ValueStreamPlanner;

Benefits:
* Medical / Health Benefits with multiple plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental and Vision
* 401k
* On the job training / cross-training
* Life Insurance, disability insurance, and voluntary life insurance for family members available.
* Accident and critical illness insurance optional.
* Scheduled performance reviews
* Referral program

Value Stream Planner
The Value Stream Planner is a member of a Value Stream Manufacturing team. This position is responsible for collaboratively working with others to plan and execute manufacturing programs and build plans. Assisting with order placement and follow up related to purchased products, the Value Stream Planner will reinforce work order scheduling policy ensuring on time conforming product delivery.

Functions and Responsibilities
* Execution of daily production control tasks as assigned (including ship reports, and input material releases).
* Analyze sales orders within the planning lead time ensuring material is available to fulfill scheduled orders.
* Support the value stream as required by planning manufacturing build plans.
* Help with troubleshooting and dealing with exceptions to product flow.
* Performs analysis that highlights trends, drivers, and issues with production planning. Initiates counter measures to resolve issues, develop capability, and ensures resolution.
* Ability to organize and manage multiple conflicting projects.
* Ability to troubleshoot and recommend solutions.
* Coordinate and support internal and external supplier replenishment methods.
* Manage discrepant and stranded inventory to minimize work in process.
* Responsible for monitoring, reporting and updating MRB work center manufacturing work orders until returned to the standard flow of work in the shop.
* Actively participate in Lean process improvement and projects.
* Active collaboration with Production Supervisor and Value Stream Support team in root-cause resolution of production down time.
* Successful execution of basic program plans as assigned. Must possess follow-up accuracy with record keeping of transactions and communications.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to present information effectively in a team environment.
* Ability to successfully interact with cross-functional teams.
* Ability to work independently with demonstrated self-initiative

Qualifications
* A bachelor"s degree in business or other technical field.
* 1-3 years of experience but open to recent graduates
Manufacturing experience desired, preferably in a high-volume, low-mix environment
* Use of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
* Understanding of how to apply Lean in a Job Shop (such as QRM) or in mid-volume repetitive operations (such as Value Stream).
* Proven ability to demonstrate good judgement and make effective decisions based on facts and information at hand.
* Proficient with MS Office Products with extensive experience in Excel.
* Minimal Project Management Experience
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Experience in operational or manufacturing environments including familiarity with the Theory of Constraints is a plus.

Come join the Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefit designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:
* Participation in Annual Incentive Program
* 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
* This position is eligible to participate in the Annual Cash Incentive Plan, which is a bonus based on division performance.
* 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 14 Company-Paid Holidays.
* Benefit & Retirement Plans

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Client"s policies and applicable state laws, Client provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Client will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.