Materials Planner

The Structures Company; Moses Lake (WA); Vor Ort; USD 51.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Zusammenfassung

The Structures Company in Moses Lake, WA is seeking a Materials Planner to manage material flow for aerospace production. The role involves reviewing drawings, calculating material needs, and building BOMs within MRP systems to support production schedules.

Candidates should have a related degree and 2–5 years in materials planning, with aerospace experience preferred and strong data-management skills in ERP/MRP, databases, spreadsheets, and project management tools.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in materials planning or production planning in manufacturing.
• Experience in aerospace or aircraft interiors preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.

Aufgaben

• Examine engineering drawings for material/spec inaccuracies.
• Compute material quantities and types from drawings.
• Determine make vs. buy for sub-assemblies and build BOM in MRP system.
• Maintain data integrity in MRP for planning and procurement.
• Track material deliveries and align with production schedules.
• Coordinate with procurement and stores to keep parts stock optimal.
• Analyze material costs and identify waste-reduction opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and system use.

Kenntnisse

MRP knowledge

Blueprint reading

Material cost analysis

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

MRP software

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing

Project management software

Inventory systems

Jobbeschreibung

JOB TITLE: Materials Planner
LOCATION: Moses Lake, WA
PAY RATE: $37-41/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (Long Term)
• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Examines engineering drawings for inaccuracies in material or component specifications.
• Reviews and evaluates engineering drawings to calculate material quantities and types required.
• Determines make versus buy sub-assemblies and builds Bill of Material in MRP system.
• Ensures data integrity within MRP for planning, procurement, and production execution.
• Calculates material requirements based on production schedules, lead times, and demand forecasts.
• Generates and manages purchase requisitions aligned with production needs.
• Monitors and tracks material deliveries to align with aircraft modification schedules.
• Coordinates with Procurement and Stores to maintain adequate parts and raw material levels.
• Analyzes material costs and identifies opportunities to optimize value and reduce waste.
• Drives improvements in planning processes, material flow, and system utilization.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 5 years of experience in materials planning, production planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in aerospace or aircraft interiors preferred.
• Demonstrated advanced expertise with Database software; Internet software, MRP software, Inventory and order processing systems; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and materials specifications.
• Familiarity with procurement of raw materials, standards, parts, and commodities, preferably related to VIP aircraft interiors.
• In-depth knowledge of MRP systems and logic, and familiarity with manufacturing flows and production planning.
• Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement processes and standards.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense