Strategic Materials & Production Planner

Hendrickson; Navarre (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrickson is seeking a full-time Inventory/Materials Planner to manage raw material stock and production schedules at the Navarre, Ohio facility. You will collaborate in continuous improvement initiatives and foster strong supplier relationships to support plant programs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in business or related field, with APICS certification preferred, and have knowledge of MRPII, Kanban, JIT, and ISO/TS16949 concepts to optimize materials flow.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MRPII required or related manufacturing planning systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong math skills.
• Knowledge of formal manufacturing resource planning systems.
• Experience in purchasing and warehousing is preferred.
• Familiarity with Kanban, JIT, and ISO/TS16949 concepts.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing MRPII data daily and adjusting delivery schedules.
• Managing inventory levels of purchased components to meet plant goals.
• Communicating clearly with all plant functions.
• Monitor ECNs and minimize excess/obsolescence.
• Utilize Kanban/JIT and storage techniques to support plant goals.

Skills

MRPII knowledge

Communication skills

Inventory control

Analytical math

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

APICS certification (preferred)

Tools

Kanban

JIT

Microsoft Office

Showcase Strategy

Job description

Hendrickson is seeking a full-time Inventory/Materials Planner to manage raw material stock and production schedules at the Navarre, Ohio facility. You will collaborate in continuous improvement initiatives and foster strong supplier relationships to support plant programs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in business or related field, with APICS certification preferred, and have knowledge of MRPII, Kanban, JIT, and ISO/TS16949 concepts to optimize materials flow.