Materials Planning Coordinator I

isola•Ridgeway, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials Planning Coordinator I serves as a bridge between logistics operations and production planning. This developmental role supports both daily shipping/receiving functions and capacity planning activities. The incumbent ensures timely and accurate movement of materials through the plant while assisting in capacity and production forecasting to optimize resources and meet customer demands.

Requirements

Prior machine operating experience- required
Ability to work in safety-sensitive environment- required
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background report.
High School diploma required
2+ years of experience in shipping, receiving inventory control, or production support.
Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, or Operations).
Previous experience with work instructions, work orders, and ERP systems-preferred
Basic knowledge of production scheduling or capacity planning concepts is desirable.

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials and supplies for accuracy and quality.
Prepare, package, and document outgoing shipments in accordance with company and carrier standards.
Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records; reconcile discrepancies in material movement or order fulfillment.
Collaborate with production and warehouse staff to coordinate efficient material flow and reduce bottlenecks.
Collect, review, and analyze production and capacity data to identify trends, variances, and potential constraints.
Support the preparation of short-term capacity forecasts and material availability plans.
Assist with coordination between manufacturing, sales, and procurement to align resource levels with demand.
Generate basic reports and visualizations that highlight utilization, throughput, and performance metrics.