Material Planner (1st shift)

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Material Planner (1st shift). The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 - $29.76 per hour.

CORE HOURS: 7AM - 3:30PM (Monday - Friday).

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!

• Purchase Kanban and AML material via MRP through MAPICS and AS400, including material purchases for the CMSC's
• Interpret data to make the right purchasing or planning decisions
• Expedite materials with suppliers to improve dates to meet customer needs, via email, Vista, and phone
• Acknowledge and Maintain Shortage dates
• Review MCC schedule and provide updates in production meetings
• Maintain supplier promise dates in MAPICS browser for every purchase order
• Proactively manage potential material shortages via MATSYNC (PO past dues, PO critical overdues, PO no promise dates, PO review)
• Follow buyer and supervisor escalation process
• Serve as backup for other planners
• Conduct 5s Activities
• Maintain system integrity

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Must have one (1) year of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future
• 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.

• Strong computer skills (working with programs such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Vista).
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a material planning role
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing operations and working knowledge of formal manufacturing control systems.
• Understand basic electrical controls and production inventory control techniques (such as Just-In-Time orientation)

• Working Knowledge of MAPICS systems, Inventory Transactions, and Kanban System.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure parts and components are delivered on time and meet quality specifications.
• Work with customers, suppliers, and transportation providers as required.
• The position may require overtime and flexing hours across several shifts.
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Strong math capabilities.