Junior Planner

About the role

Elevate Aircraft Seating is seeking a skilled Junior Planner to join our team in Santa Maria, CA. This on-site position supports a continuous flow of job orders and materials to manufacturing cells through material and production planning functions. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, offering competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the Syspro MRP system to plan materials required to support the production schedule.
• Generate requisitions for purchases and monitor MRP action messages to ensure materials meet requirement dates.
• Create and release Job Orders and Kit Lists from the MRP system and deliver them to the appropriate work center.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of issues impacting material availability (e.g., lost parts, rework, scrap, engineering changes).
• Identify MRP system or process issues and escalate them to Planning Management.
• Create reports, perform complex planning tasks, or execute special projects as assigned.
• Maintain effective oral and written communication skills.
• Contribute to team efforts and accomplish related tasks as needed.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and legal work environment by adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
• Protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and tasks.
• Extended or irregular hours may be required.

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify and deliver results on time and within budget.

Pay

Base pay range: $25.00 – $30.00 annually, varying based on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Up to 3% bonus potential (for eligible positions).
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting.
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Affordable health care plans for you and your family.
• Additional perks, including potential for growth within the organization and a supportive, team-oriented workplace culture.