Production Materials Specialist – On-Site

Canadian Solar; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical/dental/life/disability

PTO and sick days

Job summary

CS Power Systems in Jeffersonville, IN, a division of Canadian Solar, seeks a Production Materials Technician to manage raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. You will monitor inventory accuracy, support production schedules, and drive continuous improvements in material flow while coordinating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams.

The role requires at least 2 years in manufacturing/materials management, proficiency with SAP/MES/ERP, and strong analytical

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, materials management, inventory control, or a related production support environment.
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Ability to operate or learn material handling equipment (forklift certification preferred).
• Experience using SAP, MES, ERP, or other inventory management systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and identify root causes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory to support production requirements and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly inventory cycle counts and reconcile shortages, variances, and inventory discrepancies; implement corrective actions.
• Support Direct Labor (DL) employees operating SAP, MES, and related inventory management systems to ensure accurate material transactions.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities based on production schedules and material demand forecasts.
• Coordinate material transfers between external storage facilities and manufacturing operations to ensure timely delivery of production materials.
• Validate material identification, labeling, and storage practices to maintain traceability and compliance with internal standards.
• Generate reports and analyze data related to inventory levels, material consumption, material movements, and inventory accuracy metrics.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory audits and assist in implementing corrective actions for audit findings.
• Manage non-conforming, obsolete, excess, and damaged materials, coordinating with Quality and Supply Chain teams for disposition and vendor returns.
• Assist with BOM verification, maintenance, and accuracy improvements within SAP and MES systems.
• Support new material introductions by coordinating inventory setup, material tracking, and production readiness activities.
• Create purchase requisitions for production materials and support sourcing activities by providing material specifications and usage data for supplier quotations.
• Collaborate with Warehouse personnel to schedule and coordinate material deliveries to the production floor to prevent downtime and ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Track and report inventory and material management KPIs, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on inventory control, material flow optimization, cost reduction, and waste minimization.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Inventory management

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

SAP

MES

ERP

Excel

Job description

CS Power Systems in Jeffersonville, IN, a division of Canadian Solar, seeks a Production Materials Technician to manage raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. You will monitor inventory accuracy, support production schedules, and drive continuous improvements in material flow while coordinating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams.

The role requires at least 2 years in manufacturing/materials management, proficiency with SAP/MES/ERP, and strong analytical