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ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher’s batteries power more than 85 percent of U.S. missile and munition programs and are a key component of the U.S. space program, powering the Mars Rovers and the next crewed mission to the moon. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

 

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision.  We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration.  At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

 

EaglePicher is headquartered in St. Louis, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.

 

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

 

ABOUT THE POSITION

Position plans and maintains the material requirements for certain Defense and Space Systems product lines. All product delivery requirements will flow through Material Planner to ensure adherence to production schedule and proper inventory levels.

Responsibilities

Your core responsibilities will be to:

Ensure Bill of Material is maintained in an accurate manner through close coordination with Engineering.Act as a focal point and monitor assigned areas to ensure material delivery dates meet production needs.Identify and coordinate advance notice, input and resolution of material shortages/overages.Analyze data and collaborate with internal customers to determine and apply appropriate ordering, inventory, and replenishment levels.Anticipate potential problems and risks, and generates ideas, insight and solutions to resolve, potential problems, followed by decisive action to implement solutions.Analyze data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels, and reduce total costs in order to support lean manufacturing activities.Demonstrate effective collaboration skills by open communication and sharing of pertinent business information to all departments.Represent the company successfully and exercises flexibility in their communications with internal and external customers.Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications

To succeed in the position, you must:

U.S. Persons.High school diploma/GED; bachelor’s degree preferred.3 years manufacturing experience with 2 years in planning related function.Strong computer skills and familiar with basic MRP system functions; moderate skills in Excel.Proven ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data.Excellent interpersonal communication skills, written and verbal.Understanding of Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma desired.Self-starter, high energy, work independently, exercise sound judgment, handle multiple priorities in a dynamic and changing work environment.

Preferences:
In addition to meeting the basic requirements, the most successful candidate will also have:

Strong mathematical and analytical skills.Good interpersonal skills for interacting and coordinating work within the departments of the organization.Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft office with emphasis on data analysis in Excel.Professional verbal and written communication skills.Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detailKnowledge of sales and operational planning processes and MRP systems.Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE
Some of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;10 paid holidays and PTO;Matching 401K;Tuition reimbursement;Dependent scholarship programs.

EaglePicher Technologies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

EaglePicher is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, refer to the EEO is the Law poster.
Please refer to the EEO is the Law Supplement Poster and the Pay Transparency Policy.