Strategic Materials & Production Planner

Schneller; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Generous 401(k) match

Commuter benefits within Stanford R&D

Complimentary EV charging

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Microwave Power Products (MPP) in Palo Alto, CA, is hiring a Planner - Materials and Production. The role focuses on planning production and purchasing parts to meet schedules, maintain material availability, and ensure efficient manufacturing flow.

The position may involve overtime to support critical production priorities. With a long history and recent aerospace group alignment, MPP values precise planning, collaboration with production teams, and continuous improvement to support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5–8 years of experience in materials/production; APICS preferred.
• Ability to follow written/verbal instructions in English.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; effective communication across levels.
• Overtime may be required to meet production priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan production and purchase parts to meet schedule requirements and maintain material availability.
• Initiate manufacturing orders or purchase requisitions based on master production schedule.
• Collaborate with Production Supervisors and Master Schedulers to ensure schedule adherence.
• Help establish planning factors such as lead-times and order policies.
• Resolve issues with discrepant material, rework, scrap, and shortages.
• Assist with special projects and other related duties.

Skills

MRP planning

Scheduling

Documentation

English language

Interpersonal skills

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

MS Word

Job description

Microwave Power Products (MPP) in Palo Alto, CA, is hiring a Planner - Materials and Production. The role focuses on planning production and purchasing parts to meet schedules, maintain material availability, and ensure efficient manufacturing flow.

The position may involve overtime to support critical production priorities. With a long history and recent aerospace group alignment, MPP values precise planning, collaboration with production teams, and continuous improvement to support