Matl Plan/Sched Partner I

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (PA); Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (PA) is hiring a Matl Plan/Sched Partner I in Scranton, PA. This entry-level position involves planning, scheduling, and monitoring the inbound movement of materials. Candidates require a High School Diploma/GED and familiarity with Microsoft Office tools. Responsibilities include supporting material planners, tracking supply performance, and clerical duties related to materials management. Great opportunity for those looking to start a career in supply chain and logistics.

Qualifications

• Entry level role with 0-3 years' experience or equivalent education.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, and monitors inbound movement of materials.
• Develops specifications for new contract orders.
• Tracks and develops reports on performance metrics.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Oral and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Matl Plan/Sched Partner I

Job Locations: US-PA-Scranton

Requisition ID: 2025-34598 | Position Type: Full Time | Position Classification: On-Site | Job Function: Supply Chain & Logistics

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting edge advantage to our warfighters.

Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success.

Job Summary

Plans, schedules, and monitors inbound movement of materials from suppliers. Determines material requirements and coordinates the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production and engineering. Develops specifications for new contract orders.

Impact of the Role

• Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
• Work is prescribed and completed with little autonomy
• Works with either close supervision or under clearly defined procedures
• Entry level to a business support career progression
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

• Performs clerical duties associated with Materials Planning & Scheduling
• Performs clerical functions to assist material planners in coordinating raw materials for efficient production
• Uses systems to monitor and track materials from purchasing, processing, warehousing, and production
• Inputs material needs, including all codes, brands, and contact information necessary to process orders in system or database
• Tracks and develops reports to monitor performance metrics such as inventory levels, scheduled deliveries, and supplier performance

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: High School Diploma/GED required and 0-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Associate's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.