What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Planner position at Utility Sales and Service?
Job Overview
Utility Sales & Service is a rapidly growing manufacturer and service provider of custom-made trucks in Appleton, WI. Health and Dental Insurance available within your first week of employment!
With our continued growth, we are looking to add a Materials Planner to our team. The successful candidate will lead the execution of Supply Chain tactical initiatives for our organization. We are seeking an individual who has a supply chain background, is enthusiastic, and has a strong desire to succeed in a team environment! This position will involve approximately 20% of time spent at contract manufacturer, 45% on manufacturing floor, and 35% in the office.
Materials Planner Responsibilities:
- Ensure material is available as part of the Production Readiness gate in the new products manufacturing process.
- Purchase components to support all business segments.
- Maintain accurate and timely information regarding supply chain orders in the ERP system.
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing inventory with contract manufacturers.
- Periodic trips to contract manufacturers to inspect incoming shipments and deliver materials (company vehicle is provided).
- Manage inventory levels and accuracy.
- Coordinate and perform yearly physical inventory and periodic cycle counts.
- Support production and service activities by resolving supplier delivery and quality issues as required.
- All other duties as assigned for this Material Planner role.
Qualifications for Materials Planner:
- One-year purchasing and/or inventory experience required.
- Strong organization and time management skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in a make to order manufacturing environment.
- Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record is required.
- Computer experience in a Windows environment is a must. This includes intermediate experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Experience in SAGE ERP Systems is a plus.
- If the position is offered, a physical, drug test, and background check are required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Materials Planner Hours: Dayshift, full-time Monday through Friday. Approximately 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM with overtime as necessary. Start time may be flexible.
Pay: $20.00-$28.00/hour (plus quarterly bonus opportunities available!)
Benefits for Materials Planner: Health and Dental Insurance available within your first week of employment! Vision Insurance; Life Insurance; Short and Long-Term Disability; 401K Retirement plan with company matching; Holidays and Vacation; PTO Days; Bonus Program; Paid training, Tuition Reimbursement; Paid Uniforms, Safety Shoe Allowance; Prescription Safety Glass Allowance; Cold Weather Gear Allowance; Employee Referral Bonus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience with SAGE or an ERP system? (This is not required).
- Do you have experience in a make-to-order (or build-to-order) manufacturing environment? (This is different than making items in bulk ahead of time).
- Do you have a valid WI driver's license and good driving record?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $28