Materials Planning Supervisor

Precision Castparts Corp.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus plan

80 hours PTO per year

10 paid holidays

Health/ dental / vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Materials Handler Supervisor to oversee daily material handling, inventory control, receiving, storage, and distribution in an aerospace manufacturing setting.

You will ensure accurate receipt and delivery of materials to production, maintain inventory accuracy, and drive continuous improvement. The role requires leadership of a diverse team, strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, and experience with aerospace quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree not required but preferred in SCM, Logistics or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, or logistics within manufacturing.
• Experience supervising or leading a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and 6S initiatives; conduct audits, record management, and training.
• Supervise material handlers, warehouse personnel, and logistics staff to meet targets.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, movement, and distribution of materials and finished goods.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to production lines and support schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and accuracy via counts and audits.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage transactions and replenishment.
• Collaborate with Production, Planning, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to resolve shortages.
• Enforce aerospace quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Materials planning

Lean/CI

Root cause analysis

Communication

Aerospace quality

ERP/Office tools

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

SAP

Oracle

CostPoint

Job description

Position Summary: The Materials Handler Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily material handling, inventory control, receiving, storage, and distribution activities within an aerospace manufacturing environment. This role ensures that materials and components are accurately received, stored, issued, and delivered to production areas in support of manufacturing schedules while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Safety and 6S initiatives to ensure compliance to all PCC safety standards; including but not limited to leading 6S audits, record management and training
• Supervise and lead a team of material handlers, warehouse personnel, and logistics staff; drive optimal performance from team to meet daily/weekly/monthly performance targets
• Coordinate the receipt, storage, movement, and distribution of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to production lines to support manufacturing schedules and customer commitments.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage inventory transactions, material movements, and replenishment activities.
• Collaborate with Production, Planning, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams to resolve material shortages and inventory discrepancies.
• Enforce aerospace quality standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and workplace safety regulations.
• Analyze workflow processes and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Train, coach, and evaluate employees on performance, safety procedures, and best practices; develop and maintain all training and work instructions.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues, shipping errors, inventory variances, and material handling concerns.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to inventory accuracy, productivity, and material flow performance.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 3–7 years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, or logistics within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or similar platforms.
• Forklift certification and material handling equipment experience preferred.

Required Skills

• Leadership and team management
• Inventory control and warehouse operations
• Materials planning and logistics coordination
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards and traceability requirements
• Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems proficiency

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $87500 to $131,300 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.