Material Planner Posted Feb 28, 2008
Augmentation, Inc., Hunt Valley, MD
 
Augmentation, Inc.:
Since our inception in 1967, Augmentation, Inc. has garnered a large and diversified base of clientele whose need for qualified personnel encompasses a wide field of temporary and permanent technical expertise. This being the case, assignment at an Augmentation, Inc. client places you at some of the top corporations in the nation, from industry leaders to potentially lucrative start-ups in Telecommunications, Information Technology, Manufacturing and Engineering.

Our client is a world leader in the design and manufacturing for industrial applications; for use in space, aeronautics, telecom, transportation and defense. They consist of over 4,000 dedicated professionals worldwide - each with different technical backgrounds, united by a unique spirit emphasizing technical excellence, teamwork and customer satisfaction. Join our innovative team!

Job Duties:
The Materials Planner will use the Master Schedule to plan material usage, release purchase requisitions to assure materials are in house to meet Production schedules. Review Change Orders and Component Requests to maintain product structures in MFG-Pro. Entry of Item Masters. Identify shortages on the daily schedules and expedite delivery to avoid schedule interruptions. Work with Materials Manager to develop better systems for the materials group. Enter cycle counts, execute material transfers, and generate stock sweeps as required.

Requirements:
• Business Degree required. APICS certification is a plus. 3+ years Material Planning is a must.
• General math, problem solving, communication, and MS Excel skills are necessary.
• Knowledge of MFG/PRO or previous use of a Materials Management Software and MS Office Software (Outlook and Word)is preferred.
• Must be US citizen or green card holder.