Material Planner 2

Universal Avionics•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Material Planner II is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling material flow to support manufacturing schedules and customer demand. This role independently manages assigned product lines or programs, maintains accurate material and inventory planning data, and proactively resolves material shortages or constraints. The Material Planner II works closely with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, and Master Scheduler to ensure on-time production and shipment performance and provide planning expertise and guidance to less experienced planners as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

3–5+ years of material planning, production planning, or related manufacturing experience
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
Proficiency with standard business software tools
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, schedules, and technical instructions.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and apply numerical reasoning related to quantities, lead times, and inventory data.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding and analytical thinking to carry out written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions and resolve planning-related issues.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
intermediate spreadsheet skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, monitor, and maintain material flow to support production schedules and customer requirements.
Develop, maintain, and adjust production and material plans based on demand, capacity, and inventory targets.
Analyze inventory levels, demand signals, and production performance to identify material risks and take corrective action.
Communicate daily with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Scheduling to resolve shortages, prioritize work, and align execution with plan.
Coordinate with Engineering to support engineering change orders (ECOs), manufacturing orders, and document updates.
Support and collaborate with the Master Scheduler to ensure feasible and achievable weekly and long-term production plans.
Use the ERP system for basic reporting and data entry.
Identify process improvement opportunities related to material planning, inventory accuracy, and schedule adherence.
Make independent planning decisions within established policies and escalate issues as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
Preventive care covered at 100%
Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
Teladoc virtual care access
Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
Tuition reimbursement
Gym reimbursement
Wellness programs: One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
Travel assistance and employee discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support: Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
And more!