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Senior Planner

$80k to $90k

Worcester, MA, United StatesFull-timeSeniorPosted Oct 26, 2026

Against the Worcester typical range

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Planner will be responsible for the daily release of orders to shipping, tracking work once it goes to the production floor, and ensuring customer requirements are met. This position will also review/develop the manufacturing plan and handle the forecast roll. Additionally, they will be responsible for some machine shop-related planning tasks as well as managing material that requires outside processing.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the essential duties required: Review/develop the manufacturing plan and handle the forecast roll. Review and release customer orders to the Shipping Department daily. Review the new sales orders for spare items daily. Work closely with Customer Service to answer all customer inquiries and expedite work through the factory as needed.

Develop lead times for customer service as requested. Utilize MRP and work with production supervisors to develop a weekly plan and make sure that work is being prioritized correctly. Handle all planning tasks, MRP analysis, and schedule creation for raw machine shop items. Facilitate the transaction and movement of “outside processed” material.

Work with Purchasing and QA departments to expedite/prioritize parts as needed. Facilitate inventory movements via the hard card process. Act as the backup for the print room. Other duties as assigned. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Employee works under general supervision. Employee exercises discretion within area of responsibility.

Employee advises others within the organization on matters within area of expertise. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Must be able to work independently. Must have good organizational skills. Able to read and communicate effectively in English.

Position requires employee to utilize and understand simple formatting and use of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, manufacturing operations, or similar preferred 3-5 Years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment required Previous experience with MRP required. GP experience a plus. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands/Efforts Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the factory. Some periods of sitting at a desk working on computers. Occasional physical exertion including some lifting of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Mental & Visual Demands Work is routine and consistent from day to day. Work requires some degree of visual effort for periods of time.

Knowledge of other languages a plus. Work Environment and Hazards Working environment is typical of an office setting. Absence of hazards. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT David Clark Company complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means that we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy David Clark provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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.

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