3rd Shift MPA: JIT Shipping & Planning Specialist

Thai Summit America

Howell (MI)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 78,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Thai Summit America seeks a 3rd shift Material/Production Administrator (MPA) to translate customer demand into production and shipping plans in a JIT environment. You will review data, support launches, and participate in major projects, with regular attendance required.

The role emphasizes scheduling across ship, press, and assembly lines, maintaining planning files, and capacity management. Strong communication and negotiation skills, plus ERP/MRP experience, are essential.

Qualifications

Associates degree (AS) or equivalent training.
Two years’ experience in Planning or 3+ years’ experience in Materials department using ERP/MRP system, or 5+ years’ experience with ERP/MRP system in production or related area.
Must have good oral and written communication skills.
Able to perform standard and routine functions with limited supervision.
Must have a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
Ability to successfully use negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

Schedule ship, press, assembly, and raw material with accurate demand data.
Maintain computer-based planning files and databases.
Facilitate ECN implementation and coordination.
Represent department on launches and major projects.
Review, develop and manage activities related to production capacity management.
Produce planning reports, analysis and illustrations as required.