Junior Planner

Elevate Aircraft Seating; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

401(k) match

PTO 3 weeks

Holidays 12 days

Health care plans

Job summary

Elevate Aircraft Seating in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a Junior Planner to help manage material and production planning to keep the manufacturing cells flowing.

This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and clear communication, with opportunities for growth and a benefits package including a 401(k) match and health plan.

Responsibilities include using the MRP system to plan material needs, release job orders, and monitor material availability while staying on schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to deliver results on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Plan materials and production flow to support manufacturing.
• Generate requisitions and release job orders from MRP system.
• Monitor material availability and resolve issues impacting schedules.
• Collaborate with team to meet production targets and quality standards.

Skills

Effective communications

Time and budget management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

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Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

We are looking for a skilled Junior Planner to join our team in Santa Maria CA. This is an on-site position based in Santa Maria, CA. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.

JOB SUMMARY

The Junior Planner is responsible for executing aspects of both the material and production planning functions to support a continuous flow of job orders and materials to the manufacturing cells.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES

Essential Functions(Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Utilize the Syspro MRP system to plan the materials required to support the production schedule.
• Generate requisitions to purchase and continuously monitor MRP action messages to ensure materials meet the requirement dates.
• Create and release Job Orders and Kit Lists from the MRP system and deliver to the appropriate work center.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of issues that impact material availability (lost parts, rework, scrap, engineering changes).
• Identify MRP system or other process issues and elevate to Planning Management.
• Create reports, perform more complex planning tasks, or execute special projects as assigned.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Experience:

• Position may be filled with both entry level and experienced candidates.

Skills:

• Effective communications skills, both verbally and written.
• Ability to identify and deliver results on time and on budget.

Other:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Extended or irregular hours may be required.
• Employees must adapt to changing business needs and tasks as required.
• Elevate Aircraft Seating is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer, and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $25.00 - $30.00 annually

Featured Benefits:

• Up to 3% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks:

• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture