Experimental Material Controller

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for $5,000 state aviation tax credit

Extensive total rewards package

Job summary

A leading aviation manufacturer in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking an Experimental Material Controller to coordinate parts movements and manage shortages. Responsibilities include training personnel and ensuring timely completion of critical orders. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience with scheduling, SAP, and Excel. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment are essential. This position offers opportunities for career growth with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with scheduling, shipping, receiving, or stockroom preferred.
• Experience with SAP and Excel is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train new personnel in Priority Parts Group area.
• Apply job schedule priority to critical orders.
• Keep records of all Priority parts in WIP.
• Transport parts between areas.
• Maintain understanding of shop work orders and SAP work centers.

Skills

Ability to act with urgency

Excellent written and verbal communication

Professional demeanor

Organizational skills

Ability to deal with change

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job Description - Experimental Material Controller (332845)

Job Number: 332845

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Experimental Material Controller (PPG – Priority Parts Group) coordinates activities related to parts movements and part shortages, creates reports, trains employees, communicates and reconciles issues within Experimental Scheduling & Logistics (ES&L).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Trains new personnel in Priority Parts Group area
• Applies job schedule priority to critical orders throughout Experimental Operations
• Keeps records of all Priority parts in WIP and ensure they meet need dates successfully
• Transports parts from area to area
• Has a complete understanding of shop work orders
• Has complete understanding of SAP work centers
• Aircraft manufacturing knowledge and blueprint reading
• Maintains clean and safe work environment
• Assists other employees in completing complex work assignments
• Interfaces daily with scheduling engineering, planning, supply chain, and shop leads
• Assists coordinative activities on experimental parts through CMF and PLANT1
• Performs other related duties as required
• Working knowledge in SAP, EEDS, and Enovia

EDUCATION:

• Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 6 months scheduling, shipping, receiving, or stockroom
• Experience with SAP and Excel is preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to act with a strong sense of urgency and take ownership of all required tasks
• Ability to deal with change and multi-task in a very dynamic environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Professional demeanor and organizational skills
• Must have positive attitude and outstanding integrity
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.