Material Planner

Material Planner – Automotive Manufacturing (JIT/JIS Environment)

Location:

12621 Harris Branch Pkwy., Manor, TX 78653

Shift: 1st Shift (Mon-Fri, 7AM-4PM or 8AM-5PM)

Onsite Only – No Remote Option

Department:
Logistics

Reports to:

Logistics Manager

Hiring Immediately

Join a fast-paced, high-performance automotive manufacturing environment as a Material Planner, where you will play a critical role in ensuring 100% on-time delivery, optimal material flow, and efficient production support. In this Just-In-Time / Just-In-Sequence (JIT/JIS) operation, you’ll manage inbound and outbound logistics, inventory accuracy, supplier coordination, and line-side material availability while reducing cost and maintaining quality and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a solutions-driven planner who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys balancing precision, communication, and problem-solving.

• Coordinate and schedule production materials to ensure 100% final product delivery while minimizing inventory, handling, and logistics costs in a JIT/JIS system.
• Maintain uninterrupted production flow by ensuring timely part availability and managing all container and line-side material needs.
• Manage inventory levels, storage areas, and material presentation using FIFO and other best-practice controls.

• Oversee receiving activities, perform quality checks based on standards (ASN, serial labels), and maintain dock scheduling for shipping and receiving.
• Coordinate standard and non-standard shipments, including customs and legal documentation.

• Serve as the lead contact for Mopar requirements, responding to daily tickets and maintaining 90%+ delivery rating.
• Handle customer and supplier complaints, ensuring proper documentation and timely resolution.

• Coordinate, monitor, and train team members involved in goods receiving, storage, material handling, and waste disposal.
• Train personnel on IT applications, scanner systems, and logistics procedures; assign tasks to Material Supervisors.
• Support personnel development, coaching, performance oversight, and workplace organization.

• Participate in audits (material coverage, layered audits, supplier shipments, FIFO, line-side inventory checks).
• Support PPAP and PSO activities, ensuring material readiness and alignment with customer requirements.
• Uphold safety standards, environmental compliance, and IATF 16949/CSR/ISO 14001 requirements.
• Exercise authority to stop production when safety or quality issues require immediate intervention.

• Grade 12 / OSSD required;
  Post-secondary education in a related field preferred.
• APICS / PMAC training strongly preferred.

• 3+ years in a materials/production planning role within a manufacturing environment;
  Tier‑1 automotive experience is an asset.
• Experience in JIT/JIS supply chains and familiarity with Chrysler‑based material flow a plus.

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities (8D, 5‑Why).
• Working knowledge of MRO and SAP; experience with  and Mopar Service Requirements strongly preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and deadline-driven environment.

• English required;
  Spanish, German, and French considered an asset.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and handling of materials. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work performed in a non-climate-controlled facility with seasonal temperature variations.
• Moderate noise level with frequent interaction around operating equipment.
• Must be able to work independently, under pressure, and adapt to shifting priorities or station assignments.
• Adherence to all PPE and safety protocols required.

• Be a critical contributor in a high-impact logistics role supporting automotive manufacturing excellence.
• Work in a dynamic, growth-focused environment with opportunities to influence processes, improve flow, and collaborate across multiple departments.
• Gain experience with OEM-aligned logistics systems, Mopar requirements, audits, and world‑class manufacturing (WCM) standards.