We have an outstanding Contract position for a Materials Planner to join a leading Company located in the North Hollywood, CA surrounding area.
Pay Range: $30 - $36
Maintain effective control of the backlog from order entry through shipment. Ensure each order is planned and acted upon in a timely manner while providing as much visibility as required for a smooth flow of material. This will include identifying and reconciling problems or potential problems through interface with various departments.
Responsibilities:Liaison with Contracts on loading and lead-time of all new Sales Orders.Monitor the sales backlog for his/her planner code.Ensure Delivery notes are raised in a timely manner with contracts to ensure time is allowed to Kit/Inspection and shipping within expected TAT.Ensures timely delivery of all parts via Receiving and shipping departments.Prioritize material handling from receipt to shipment based on schedule requirements and department workload.Coordinates the purchase and planning of materials required to meet the Production schedule.Expedites and schedules orders to meet company and financial requirements.Process changes, reschedules, and outside processing that are required to accomplish the production schedule goals.Places purchase orders.Possesses knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing processes.Determines time requirements for specific jobs and translates the production plan into a specific time schedule.Review MRP order action messages, maintain schedule and visibility, and identify and resolve issues until shipment.Generate work orders and issue purchase orders based on MRP messages. Negotiate prices and deliveries that are consistent with schedule needs.Ensure customer satisfaction by achieving on-time deliveries of quality products. Follow through on special requests and expedites. Identify potential late deliveries and plan recovery.
Basic Hiring Criteria: Bachelor's DegreeMinimum 2-4 years of experience in PlanningMinimum 5 years of experience in the production control field, including material/inventory management in a defense or aerospace environment.
Desired Qualifications:Requires excellent planning, organizational, and motivational skills.Knowledge of the JDE MRP system is extremely helpful.Past MRP / ERP experience is a must.SAP knowledge is desirable.General knowledge of machine shop practices and processing standards is helpful.Knowledge of military and commercial standards is helpful.Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Computerized MRP system.Requires strong interpersonal communication (written and verbal) with a positive attitude and ability to motivate others.Have the ability to prioritize workload and complete tasks on a timely basis.Have the ability to maintain flexibility and be adaptable to the ever-changing needs of the company.Must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with management as well as peers, suppliers, delivery personnel, and/or customers as circumstances dictate.Must have a strong creative ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where sound judgment is crucial.The ability to interpret and carry out instructions, both written and oral is essential. Familiarity, interpretation, and understanding of diagrams, graphs, and/ or schedules as they may relate to this position are a must.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.