Material Planner II
Material Planner II
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USD 64000 - 74000
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Job Description
Hotstart Inc. a world leader in the design and manufacture of engine and equipment thermal management systems is seeking a highly organized and experienced Material Planner to join our team at our corporate headquarters in Spokane Washington. Established in 1942 and ISO 9001 certified weve grown to over 200 employees and are continuing to expand. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are passionate about optimizing production schedules and ensuring smooth material flow we encourage you to apply!
About the Role:
As a Material Planner you will play a crucial role in supporting our continued growth by collaborating with the Sales Materials and Production Teams and managing various functions related to production scheduling and inventory control. You will be responsible for ensuring that production jobs meet customer order requirements while considering manufacturing capacity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage production schedules based on customer orders forecasts master schedule and historical trends.
- Analyze constraints and plan jobs accordingly.
- Collaborate closely with Purchasing to understand replenishment cycles and proactively communicate upcoming demands and potential shortages.
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels including minimum stock levels.
- Partner with Production to adjust schedules as needed to address changing priorities or unforeseen challenges.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelors degree in a related field preferred.
- Minimum five years of experience with production planning and scheduling required.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems is a must.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and participate effectively in diverse teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel.
- Ability to quickly learn and understand the complexities of a supply chain with a strong focus on internal and external customer satisfaction.
- Experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies and projects is a plus.
Why Hotstart
A people-first company working in a modern manufacturing facility we provide a strong benefit package highlighted by medical dental vision and life insurance for employees and dependents 401(k) with contribution matching profit sharing and educational assistance.
To Apply:
Reasonable accommodations provided for disabled individuals to foster success in essential functions. Please submit your resume and cover letter by July 13th to Drug-free/EEO
Employment Type
Full-Time
