Material Planner

Material Planner - Manufacturing Industry

Mon-Fri, 7am-4pm

Pay range $20-24 hourly DOE

Santa Maria

Job Summary

The Material Planner will support the timely and efficient procurement of materials while ensuring accurate data entry within the production and inventory systems. This role plays a key part in maintaining production schedules by ensuring materials are available when and where needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Generate material requests (MRs) based on project demand, bills of material, and engineering drawings.

Coordinate with purchasing to ensure MRs are converted to purchase orders accurately and promptly.

Communicate with purchasing to track orders, monitor shipments, and resolve delays.

Monitor material status for each project and communicate updates to project management.

Resolve discrepancies related to documentation, material receipts, or other issues.

Perform accurate data entry in the ERP system as needed.

Experience & Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Associate degree or technical training in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing is a plus.

1-2 years of experience in material planning or a similar role.

Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments preferred.

Required Skills

Strong typing and data entry skills (40+ WPM preferred).

Proficiency with inventory software and ERP systems; Epicor experience is a plus.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employer-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Floating holidays

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated

Los Angeles county

, to the extent our customers

require

a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.