Fiber Planner

About this position
A Fiber Planner is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of optical fiber materials, including receiving, inventory control, production planning, staging, and issuing materials to manufacturing lines. This role ensures fiber is accurately accounted for in both physical inventory and system records, while supporting efficient production flow and minimizing material waste.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive incoming fiber materials into inventory and verify against purchase orders

Record and maintain accurate inventory transactions in the system

Close out purchase orders in the system once materials are received and verified

Translate production schedules into executable manufacturing jobs

Create and manage production orders within the system

Allocate, stage, and issue optical fiber to production lines based on job requirements

Physically deliver and issue materials to production areas as needed

Update the system in real time to reflect material movement and consumption

Prepare job packets, travelers, and production documentation

Monitor fiber utilization and optimize usage to reduce scrap and improve yield

Coordinate inventory transfers between warehouse, staging areas, and production floor

Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliation, and audits

Support production scheduling to ensure material availability and on‑time delivery

Collaborate with procurement, warehouse, and production teams

Identify and utilize available inventory, including WIP and aged materials

Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and operational procedures

Support continuous improvement initiatives in inventory accuracy and material flow

Perform other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES
Inventory Accuracy & Control, Production Planning & Execution, Material Handling & Flow Management, Process Coordination & Communication, System Data Management, Continuous Improvement

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Manufacturing Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience preferred)

2-3+ years in materials management, inventory control, or production planning

Experience working with inventory systems or similar data tracking systems

Strong Excel and data management skills

Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory transactions

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Strong communication skills across warehouse, production, and procurement teams

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Works in a deadline‑driven production planning environment focused on on‑time delivery and schedule adherence

Collaborates with Production, Purchasing, Inventory, Quality, Engineering, and Sales in a fast‑paced environment

Demonstrates initiative to learn processes, systems, and scheduling methods to improve planning accuracy

Identifies and communicates production or material discrepancies for timely resolution

Uses planning systems and computer tools to manage schedules and analyze data

Applies sound judgment to execute scheduling decisions with limited supervision

Works in both office and manufacturing environments, including production floor exposure

Maintains high attention to detail in schedules, materials, and production data

Follows standardized procedures while adapting to changing priorities and demand

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of computer‑based work require extended sitting

Occasional movement through warehouses and production areas

Frequent use of hands for computer use, data entry, and document handling

Regular verbal communication and ability to hear effectively in a work environment

Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs as needed

Visual acuity sufficient for reading documents, schedules, and digital systems

Exposure to moderate high noise levels in manufacturing and warehouse areas

Occasional exposure to non‑climate‑controlled environments, including heat and dust

OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities. There may be other duties, as assigned.

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