Material Planner – MRP & Lean Improvement

New Flyer; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401K matching

Paid holidays

On-the-job training

Career advancement

Job summary

New Flyer in Shepherdsville, KY is seeking a Material Planner to boost the efficiency of the materials department. You will coordinate planning activities to ensure material availability for production, reduce excess inventory, and drive continuous improvement within the team.

The role requires experience in materials planning, strong analytical skills, proficiency with MRP systems, and good communication. Schedule is Monday-Thursday, 5am-3:30pm with starting pay of $26.13 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials planning or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with ISO procedures and continuous improvement methodologies.
• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate materials to point of use by requirement date.
• Maintain inventory accuracy in designated area and reject requirements.
• Manage materials requirements planning (MRP) and monitor orders daily.
• Support continuous improvement and deployment of policies and tools.
• Monitor materials measurements and ensure tasks are completed.
• Provide excellent internal customer service with cross-functional collaboration.
• Assist manufacturing leadership on day-to-day tasks within area.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Lean principles

ISO knowledge

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

New Flyer in Shepherdsville, KY is seeking a Material Planner to boost the efficiency of the materials department. You will coordinate planning activities to ensure material availability for production, reduce excess inventory, and drive continuous improvement within the team.

The role requires experience in materials planning, strong analytical skills, proficiency with MRP systems, and good communication. Schedule is Monday-Thursday, 5am-3:30pm with starting pay of $26.13 per hour.