PlannerBuyer

Job Summary

Hunter’s Fabrication is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Planner / Buyer to support our growing manufacturing operations. This role is designed as a developmental position with broad exposure to production planning, procurement, ERP systems, inventory coordination, and operational workflows.

The Planner / Buyer will work closely with the Operations Manager / General Manager to support daily manufacturing execution while building the operational knowledge necessary for future leadership growth. This role is a strategic investment in operational continuity and organizational resiliency by reducing dependency on single-person knowledge and ownership of critical ERP and production coordination functions.

30%

• Assist in creating and maintaining production schedules to support customer delivery commitments and shop efficiency.
• Coordinate material availability with production priorities and fabrication timelines.
• Monitor work orders, production status, and schedule adherence within the ERP system.
• Communicate schedule changes, shortages, and production constraints to operations leadership.
• Support capacity planning and workflow prioritization across fabrication activities.

20%

• Purchase raw materials, consumables, and outsourced services required for production.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess stock.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships to support quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Track supplier performance and proactively address material shortages or delays.
• Request and review vendor quotes as needed.

30%

• Support daily ERP transactions and system accuracy including:
• Purchase orders
• Work orders
• Inventory transactions
• BOM maintenance
• Item master updates
• Receiving and material allocations
• Assist in improving ERP discipline, reporting accuracy, and operational visibility.
• Help document procedures and workflows to reduce reliance on tribal knowledge.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to ERP usage and operational processes.

20%

• Partner closely with Operations leadership to gain exposure to broader manufacturing management responsibilities.
• Learn production processes, workflow sequencing, labor coordination, and operational decision-making.
• Support operational problem-solving and cross-functional coordination between purchasing, production, and inventory.
• Assist with documenting standard operating procedures and process improvements.
• Serve as a backup resource for critical operational and ERP functions.

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, purchasing, inventory control, or related operational support roles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and follow-through skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with willingness to learn operational leadership functions.

• Experience in fabrication, metal manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
• Exposure to production scheduling or supply chain coordination.
• ERP experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of BOMs, inventory control, and manufacturing workflows.

• Insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as a health savings account (HSA)
• Culture committed to work life balance with hybrid schedules and generous PTO
• Company-wide bonus program
• Assistance with continuing education