Material Planner

Gavial Engineering & Mfg, Inc.•Santa Maria, CA

30d

About The Position

Gavial Engineering & Manufacturing is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the fabrication of high-quality, high-reliability parts and systems. With a wide range of manufacturing, engineering and project management capabilities, Gavial supplies mission-critical equipment to industries that require the highest level of workmanship and quality. Gavial and its employees are dedicated to delivering the highest level of quality and service to its customers. The Gavial team draws upon decades of experience and knowledge to support some of the most demanding industries. We apply our Quality Assurance program, strong processes, industry knowledge and dedicated people to deliver quality products on time. Material Planner Job Summary: The Material Planner will assist in planning the efficient and timely procurement of materials and performing accurate data entry into our inventory and production systems. This role ensures materials are available where and when needed to maintain production schedules.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required. An associates degree or technical training in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing a plus.
1-2 years of experience in a material planning or similar role. Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
Strong typing and data entry skills (minimum 40 WPM preferred).
Proficiency with inventory software and ERP systems. Epicor experience a plus.
Proficient with MS Office Suite.
Effective written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Due to industry regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

An associates degree or technical training in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing a plus.
Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
Epicor experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Generates material requests (MRs) based on project sales order demand, bills of materials, and drawing requirements.
Coordinates with purchasing to ensure that material requests are translated into purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Communicates with purchasing to track shipments and resolve delays.
Tracks material status on a project-by-project basis to ensure timely delivery and communicates this status to project management.
Resolves discrepancies arising from incorrect paperwork or other related problems.
Complete data entry tasks as necessary in ERP system.