Materials Planning & Systems Specialist

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Klein Marine Systems is the world's leading side scan sonar manufacturer, and we are immensely proud of where we are and how we got here. We are currently undergoing a remarkable period of transformation, making now an incredibly exciting time to join our team. We are searching for dynamic, technically skilled individuals who are passionate about their work to join us in Newburyport, MA.

In return, you will have the opportunity to be part of the world's leading side scan sonar enterprise: contributing to significant advancements in our technologies and operations.

If you possess a visionary mindset, a knack for solving complex challenges, and a burning desire to make a genuine impact on the world, explore our job opportunities. Seize the opportunity to unleash your courage and contribute to a more connected, smarter, and brighter future.

We are seeking a highly motivated Materials Planning & Systems Specialist to support and improve the company’s Material Requirements Planning (MRP), production floor scheduling, and product data management processes. This role will also coordinate the implementation of a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, ensuring accurate data flow between Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced with manufacturing planning systems.

This role will help bridge operations and engineering to ensure materials, schedules, and data are aligned for efficient production. The Materials Planning & Systems Specialist position will be located in our Newburyport, MA location and will report to our Director of Operations.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

• Execute and monitor MRP runs in Microsoft Business Central, ensuring accurate material availability and production planning.
• Analyze MRP outputs to identify shortages, expedite needs, and recommend planning parameter adjustments.
• Maintain accurate BOMs, routings, and item data to ensure effective material planning.
• Work cross-functionally with Procurement, Engineering, and Production to resolve material and scheduling conflicts.
• Track and report on key metrics such as material shortages, schedule adherence, and inventory accuracy.

• Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules that align materials and capacity.
• Support manufacturing leads in load balancing and prioritizing work orders.
• Improve data accuracy for work order reporting and WIP tracking.
• Help identify and address bottlenecks or inefficiencies in the scheduling process.

• Serve as the primary coordinator for the new PLM system implementation, replacing Omnify.
• Work with Engineering and IT to define workflows for change management, revision control, and document release.
• Support data migration of part records, BOMs, and associated documents.
• Ensure synchronization between PLM and Microsoft Business Central to maintain consistency across systems.
• Train and support users on new PLM tools and processes after deployment.
• Identify and implement process improvements for MRP accuracy, data integrity, and planning efficiency.
• Support initiatives to improve communication between Engineering and Operations through better system integration.
• Document and maintain standard operating procedures related to planning and change control.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in materials planning, MRP execution, or production control in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with…