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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Summary
Performs a wide variety of production planning activities and supports procurement, as required. Responsible for managing assigned product lines, commodities and supplier bases.
At this level, tasks and assignments tend to be general but may involve complex and/or non-routine assignments and duties are performed under limited supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Coordinates all activities related to procurement of a commodity, product line or supplier, beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.Releases and manages work orders and rework work-ordersResponsible for parts procurement, product on-time-delivery, materials on-time-delivery, linear shipment scheduling and processing non-conforming materialResponsible for sales order ship date maintenance and establishing sales order shipment datesPlans, schedules and monitors the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materialsPurchases materials, using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levelsGathers quotations, examines bids and makes awardsDevelops specifications for new contract ordersObtains materials, components and equipmentEvaluates vendor reliability, develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are inadequateMonitors cost, schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality at best value, and all other duties as assignedMaintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, backlogs, collaborating with management, sales, production or engineering.Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities but may provide technical leadership to lower level buyer/planners including carrying out lead responsibilities in accordance with applicable regulations and laws and the organization’s policies and procedures. This includes, but is not limited to training employees, planning, assigning, directing work and resolving technically related work problems.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.Project Management - Communicates changes and progress.Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities.Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments.Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively.Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition.Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue.Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically.Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures including using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required and wearing company issued badge when on company property; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and material properly.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Initiative - Seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed.Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in a related field and 5-10 years of directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with other employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Outlook; MS Excel and MS Word software.
Other Essential Duties
Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required.Other Skills and Abilities
Basic Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/6 Sigma/KaizenKnowledge of specific software (design, analysis, ERP…)Other Qualifications
U.S. Person for access to ITAR-Controlled Technical Data.ITAR regulations dictate that information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be shared with US Persons unless authorization from the Department of State is received or a special exemption is used.
A "U.S. person" can be
A U.S. citizen; A permanent resident who does not work for a foreign company, a foreign government, or a foreign governmental agency/organization; A political asylee; A part of the U.S. government, or A corporation, business, organization, or group that is incorporated in the United States under U.S. law.
A foreign person is any person who is not a lawful permanent resident of the US and includes foreign governments and organizations.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.