Materials Planner

Overview

On Site
$35 - $40
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Manufacturing
Enterprise Resource Planning
JD Edwards
Oracle
Aerospace
Energy
Machining
Production Scheduling
Scheduling
SAP
Sourcing
APICS

Job Details

Terms of Employment
W2 Contract, 12 Months (Likely Extension / Possible Conversion)
This position is onsite Monday Friday in Houston, TX (77073).
The typical schedule for this position is 7:00 AM 4:00 PM.

Overview & Responsibilities
Ready to take on a dynamic planning role that goes beyond typical manufacturing? Our client, a global leader in energy technology, is seeking a proactive Material Planner for a 12-month contract at their Houston-based repair manufacturing facility. This is a unique opportunity to act as a Project Planner, driving complex repair jobs from start to finish. You will be a central coordinator, ensuring projects are delivered on time by collaborating across departments. For the right candidate who excels in this fast-paced environment, there is a strong potential for this role to convert to a permanent position with the company. You will
Drive the end-to-end planning and execution of repair projects, from arrival at the shop to on-time delivery.
Develop, manage, and drive production schedules by collaborating closely with the manufacturing team, machinists, and shop supervisors.
Proactively chase and coordinate parts with the sourcing team to ensure material availability for all jobs.
Serve as a key liaison for project managers and customers, providing updates and negotiating timelines.
Conduct daily production meetings and ensure the ERP system is consistently updated to reflect the real-time status of jobs.

Required Qualifications
3+ years of experience in a role focused on materials planning, production scheduling, or project planning.
Experience in a dynamic repair, service, or job shop manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience using an ERP system (e.g., Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards) for planning and scheduling.
A High School Diploma or GED.
Must be able to work 100% on-site in Houston, TX, Monday-Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in an environment that includes machining or metal fabrication.
A background in the aerospace repair or energy (oil and gas) industries.
Professional certifications such as APICS or a Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt.
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

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