Buyer​/Planner

Buyer/Planner – Bridgeways Everett

$26.00/hr - $28.50/hr

The Buyer/Planner is an entry‑level position supporting the procurement, planning, and estimating functions within an AS9100‑certified aerospace manufacturing environment. This role ensures the timely acquisition of materials and the coordination of job planning to support production schedules and customer requirements.

Position:
Full‑time

Pay: $26.00–$28.50 per hour

• Generous Paid Time Off – New Employees accrue up to 31 paid days off, including 15 flexible use PTO days, 10 paid holidays, 2 personal days, and the final week of the year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with medical premiums starting as low as $30 biweekly (must work 30+ hrs/week).
• Optional Life, Critical Illness, Disability, and Pet Insurance available.
• 401K with employer matching after 90 days and immediate vesting.
• Mental health coverage through Teledoc including therapists and psychiatrists.
• Roadside Assistance for all employees.
• Long Term Disability Insurance (must work 30+ hrs/week).
• Teledoc Health Coverage (if working). Vision, prescriptions, and entertainment discounts.

• Acts as a point of contact internally and externally for current customers.
• Supports resolution of customer concerns related to delivery schedules, material availability, order status, and part shortages.
• Escalates complex or high‑impact issues to senior staff or management as needed, ensuring timely and accurate communication.

• Learn and use ERP systems (e.g., Pro Shop) to track materials, work orders, and schedule adherence.
• Communicate effectively across departments to identify and resolve shortages, delays, and customer service issues.

• Create and process purchase orders for production and indirect materials under supervision.
• Follow up on order acknowledgments, lead times, and confirmations.
• Support supplier onboarding and compliance documentation with the Quality team.
• Assist in processing defective material returns (RTVs) and resolving invoice discrepancies.

• Review customer specifications, drawings, and purchase orders to confirm manufacturability and documentation completeness.
• Generate accurate job routing and work‑center planning data under guidance.

• Participate in gathering data for RFQs by working cross‑functionally with quality and production.

• Requirement to pass background check in accordance with customer guidelines and requirements.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

• High school diploma or GED; experience in manufacturing or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production support role; aerospace experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn ERP and planning systems.

• Read, understand, and interpret technical documents, such as engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Write clear, concise emails, internal communications, and basic reports.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve routine issues related to materials, deliveries, or planning.
• Demonstrate professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Work may involve bending, reaching, or working in awkward positions for short periods.
• Visual acuity required for reading drawings, inspecting parts, and working with small components under magnification if needed.

• Position is based entirely on the manufacturing floor.
• Employees may be exposed to moderate to high noise levels, moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, and temperature…