Material Planner - Weekend Shift

New Flyer; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits package

Paid holidays and vacation

401K with generous company match

On-the-job training

Job summary

New Flyer is seeking a Material Planner in Shepherdsville, KY to coordinate material planning activities ensuring production materials are available while reducing excess inventory. You will manage MRP messages, maintain inventory accuracy, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and experience with MRP systems. You will collaborate with production teams, monitor key metrics, and uphold safety and ISO standards in a

Qualifications

• Experience in materials planning or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and data interpretation.
• Proficiency in MRP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills for reporting.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with ISO procedures and continuous improvement is a plus.
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate for processing materials to point of use (POU) location by requirement date.
• Maintain inventory accuracy in designated area and accuracy of reject requirements.
• Manage materials requirements planning (MRP); work with MRP messages and monitor daily order action summary (OAS).
• Drive continuous improvement and assist with development, communication and deployment of policies, guidelines and tools.
• Monitor, measure and meet all materials measurements.
• Provide excellent internal customer service by working with other key areas to ensure daily completion of vital tasks.
• Assist manufacturing leadership on day-to-day tasks within designated area.
• Maintain a safe work environment; adhere to safety policies, procedures and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Lean manufacturing

ISO awareness

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Material Planner

Work Schedule: Friday to Sunday, 5am-5:30pm (Work 36 hrs, get paid 40)

Starting pay: $27.04 hr

New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. Proudly serving all 25 of the largest transit agencies in North America, New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies

Position Summary: As a Material Planner at New Flyer, you will play a vital role in enhancing the efficiency of our materials department. This position involves coordinating material planning activities to ensure that materials are available for production, reducing excess inventory, and driving continuous improvement within the team.

This position is located in Shepherdsville, KY and does not provide relocation services.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Coordination for processing materials to point of use (POU) location by requirement date.
• Responsible for maintaining accuracy of inventory in your designated area and accuracy of reject requirements.
• Responsible for materials requirements planning (MRP); work with MRP messages and monitor daily order action summary (OAS).
• Drive continuous improvement and assist with the development, communication and deployment of policies, guidelines and tools to ensure success in all processes.
• Monitor, measure and meet all materials measurements.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal customers by working with other key areas to ensure daily completion of vital tasks.
• Assist manufacturing leadership on day-to-day tasks within designated area.
• Maintain a safe work environment; adhere to all safety policies, procedures and processes.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Proven experience in materials planning or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyze data, create reports, and use advanced functions effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with ISO procedures and continuous improvement methodologies.
• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match

• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world

• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

New Flyer is an EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.