Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Senior Material Planner (1st Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $29.19 - $37.77 per hour.
CORE HOURS: 5AM - 3:30PM.
Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:
Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
80 hours of paid holidays
Bi-Weekly pay
Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
Overtime opportunities
Climate Controlled
Retirement benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
The Senior Material planner is responsible for the procurement, pull, flow, expediting of material and identification and resolution of materials issues and shortages within the PFC ledger consistent with operating objectives. Gather and present data to upper management to aid in production scheduling. Works with Buyers, Assembly Technicians, production supervisors, and suppliers to ensure effective Plant operation. Assist in implementing ELS (Lean Manufacturing) techniques throughout the plant and division as required.
- Manage material planning, procurement, and inventory to support production schedules and customer demand.
- Execute MRP recommendations, purchase materials, and maintain accurate planning data across systems.
- Proactively identify, monitor, and resolve material shortages, supply risks, and delivery issues.
- Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure timely material availability and efficient operations.
- Analyze supply chain data and provide updates, recommendations, and presentations to support production planning.
- Expedite critical orders and maintain supplier commitments, promise dates, and shortage tracking.
- Support continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing (ELS), and change management initiatives within the supply chain.
- Manage Kanban processes and help optimize inventory levels by reducing excess and obsolete materials.
Serve as a backup for other planners and perform specialized supply chain activities as needed.
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Required (Basic)Qualifications:
- Must have two years' experience working with MAPICS systems, inventory transactions and Kanban system
- Must have a High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates must reside within a 50 - mile radius of Fayetteville, NC will be considered. Active - Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
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Position Criteria:
- Strong organizational, project management skills, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
- A broad knowledge of manufacturing operations and working knowledge of formal manufacturing control systems is required.
- Should possess strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Strong math capabilities are required.
- Must understand the demand flow manufacturing process.
- Must be an excellent problem solver, capable of identifying and addressing issues as they occur.
- The position may require overtime and flexing hours across several shifts. Basic computer skills.
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