1st shift, Material Planner, LNSA Ship Aftermarket SWC

A Material Planner is responsible for ensuring the daily availability of materials and maintaining accurate information in the system through both administrative and manual tasks. This role requires a high level of independence, critical thinking, and hands-on involvement in organizing and planning warehouse operations. The Material Planner plays a key role in supporting efficient production flow and optimizing warehouse operations while upholding Wabash's safety standards and core values.

Below are examples of the type of duties you could be responsible for:

• Reviews BOMs daily for each SO to identify new parts and sets parts up correctly; identifies potential issues.
• Assists in determining root cause for inventory discrepancies and if BOMs need correction.
• Reviews exception lists and short lists to ensure inventory is correct and on-hand.
• Costs and releases production orders.
• Enters picks.
• Submits work order corrections, production order requests and blocks/conversions.
• Monitors parts to avoid production delays.
• Assists in search for missing materials and clean up of unnecessary materials.

• Perform a variety of computer related activities to ensure daily materials availability and accurate systems information.

• Primary job functions require exercising independent judgement.

• Adheres to the general safety plan.
• Able to work in adverse climate conditions (hot, cold, dark, loud, etc.).
• Wear all required PPE such as shoes, gloves, sleeves, safety glasses, face shields, respirators, hearing protection, heat-shielding hoods, jackets, fall protection, etc.
• Liaises with buyers, planners, etc. as necessary to develop accurate PFEP that optimize sales and margin performance.
• Analyzes performance metrics, such as turns, margins, and sales to provide recommendations that identify potential opportunities to improve productivity of space.
• Demonstrate and embrace all the Wabash Values and Leadership Principles in daily activities.
• Able to flex work schedule depending on the needs of the overall production team. Complete assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices. Demonstrate the highest regard for individual safety, the safety of co-workers, and the safe use of the equipment in the workplace.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Computer systems for data entry and record-keeping.
• Communication devices (phones, emails).
• Office supplies and equipment.
• Keys and access point key cards.
• Hammers
• Wrenches
• Hoists
• Line carts
• Multi-Head Drills
• Tuggers
• Circular Saws
• Drills
• Impacts
• Rivet Guns
• Staplers
• Caulk Applicators
• Routers

• High school degree or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required, with the ability to effectively engage with all levels of the Wabash organization, including corporate partners and suppliers.
• Strong computer skills (Excel and Word)
• Strong math skills
• Strong SAP background
• Strong Analytical background
• Ability to read and use tape measure, calipers, and gauging equipment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Able to exercise independent judgment when performing responsibilities.
• Perform work at a quality level that meets or exceeds the Wabash and ISO standards.
• Ensure that there is a Winning Together mentality to eliminate the "shift versus shift" mentality.
• Shares information with others to help them perform their responsibilities safely and efficiently.
• Copes successfully with unexpected events throughout the day
• Able to work independently, as well as collectively, with other Techs, operators, maintenance, and engineers.
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes tasks on time.
• High standards for minimal unplanned absences (critical position to daily operational success)
• Excellent organizational skills required. May be required to operate forklift and/or tractor.
• Physical Ability – ability to lift and move material and spend most of the day on their feet.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• May need specific knowledge of product design, sales, engineering, inventory storage practices, material procurement, and manufacturing processes.

The work requires climbing of over six (6) feet in height using a ladder or scaffolding and to bend and stoop to reach the underside of the tanks. Physical requirements include bending, stooping, and climbing for approximately 30% of the shift and standing for approximately 70% of the shift. Working conditions may consist of loud noise,…