Materials Planner

Nelson Stud Welding, Inc.; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, vision

401(k) & ESPP

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nelson Stud Welding, Inc. in Elyria, OH is seeking a Materials Planner to develop, coordinate, and maintain production plans that align customer demand with material availability and manufacturing capacity.

This role ensures efficient scheduling, supports on-time delivery, and drives cross-functional coordination with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and quality. You will monitor inventory levels for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, analyze capacity, and continuously improve

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning, supply chain, materials planning, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Experience working in an ERP/MRP-driven environment.
• Experience coordinating across operations, procurement, and supplier teams.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Analytical problem-solving ability.
• Knowledge of inventory management and capacity planning.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• APICS/ASCM certification is a plus.
• Experience in a high-volume or multi-site manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain production plans aligning demand, material, and capacity.
• Schedule production to support on-time delivery and manage constraints.
• Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, customer service, and quality to resolve issues.
• Prioritize production orders to meet customer commitments.
• Review and adjust schedules in response to demand changes, downtime, or disruptions.
• Track inventory levels of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Analyze capacity utilization and identify bottlenecks.
• Support recovery planning for shortages and schedule disruptions.
• Maintain planning parameters and ERP/MRP data accuracy.
• Monitor KPIs like schedule attainment and on-time delivery.

Skills

Production planning

ERP/MRP

Cross-functional coordination

Planning & scheduling

Analytical problem solving

Inventory management

Communication skills

Multiple priorities

Microsoft Excel

Lean manufacturing

APICS/ASCM certification

High-volume manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Materials Planner Elyria, OH

Come build something that matters. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™.

The Job

The Material Planner is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining production plans that align customer demand, material availability, and manufacturing capacity. This role ensures efficient production scheduling, supports on‑time delivery, manages supply and capacity constraints, and drives cross‑functional coordination to maintain operational continuity. Align production plans with material availability, labor capacity, machine capacity, and business priorities. Monitor and manage hot parts, material shortages, and supplier‑related constraints that may impact production. Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, customer service, and quality teams to resolve supply and scheduling issues. Prioritize production orders to support customer commitments, service levels, and business objectives. Review and adjust schedules in response to changes in demand, equipment downtime, quality issues, or supply disruptions. Track inventory levels for raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished goods to support continuity of supply while minimizing excess inventory. Analyze capacity utilization and identify bottlenecks, constraints, and opportunities for improved throughput. Support recovery planning and escalation processes for critical shortages, delayed deliveries, and line‑impacting issues. Maintain planning parameters and ensure ERP/MRP system data accuracy to support effective scheduling and replenishment. Monitor key performance indicators such as schedule attainment, on‑time delivery, backlog, inventory health, and past‑due orders. Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, communication, and execution discipline.

The Person

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it.

• Experience in production planning, supply chain, materials planning, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Experience working in an ERP/MRP‑driven environment.
• Experience coordinating across operations, procurement, and supplier teams.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Analytical problem‑solving ability.
• Knowledge of inventory management and capacity planning.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• APICS/ASCM certification is a plus.
• Experience in a high‑volume or multi‑site manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Key Performance Measures

• On‑time delivery performance
• Schedule attainment
• Backlog reduction
• Inventory accuracy and health
• Material availability
• Response time to shortages and schedule disruptions

Core Competencies

• Decision‑making
• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Customer focus
• Operational excellence

The Details

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well‑being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• And More

#LI-On-site #LI-HC

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

The Salary range for this position is $62,200.00 - $100,200.00

The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases. Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well‑being. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too. Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech‑driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state‑of‑the‑art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Career Opportunity

Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Benefits & Perks

• You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
• You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
• Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state‑of‑the‑art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
• Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done.
• Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
• EEO Statement: All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.
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• Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov). This employer participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. Applicants may be asked to voluntarily provide information to determine eligibility. Any information provided will be kept confidentially other than as required to make the necessary WOTC disclosures and in accordance with applicable laws.