Material Planner

Position: MATERIAL PLANNER
Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution! OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies.

With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility. OPmobility Modules develops, assembles and delivers complex, just-in-sequence modules for mass production. World leader, HBPO, now 100% OPmobility, specializes in highly integrated modules, including front-end & cockpit modules, center consoles and charge lid modules.

Through new BEVs architectures, it constantly develops new modules with customized solutions. Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car. Material Planner – Automotive Manufacturing (JIT/JIS Environment) 

Location:

12621 Harris Branch Pkwy., Manor, TX 78653

 Shift: 1st Shift (M-F, 7AM-4PM or 8AM-5PM) ✅ Onsite Only – No Remote Option Department:
Logistics

Reports to:

Logistics Manager ⚡ Hiring Immediately! About the Role 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—all 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.

Key Responsibilities Material Planning & Production Support 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. Inbound / Outbound Logistics 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. Customer & Supplier Interface 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. Team Leadership & Training 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. Compliance, Quality & Continuous Improvement 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. Qualifications Education & Training Grade 12 / OSSD required;
Post‑secondary education in a related field preferred. APICS / PMAC training strongly preferred. Experience 3+ years in a materials/production planning role within a manufacturing environment;
Tier‑1 automotive experience is an asset. Experience in…