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Material Planner
Pay Rate: 25-28 per hour
Holland MI on site
1 year contract
Manage the inbound movement of materials from suppliers, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal inventory levels. Collaborate with purchasing, production, master scheduling, customer service and engineering teams to coordinate material requirements and resolve any supply chain disruptions.
Responsibilities:
• Manage Inventory: Manage inventory levels for assigned parts or materials, ensuring availability to meet production demands while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Support Production Scheduling and End Customer: Support production scheduling and end customers by managing the flow of incoming material and identifying and communicating potential bottlenecks in supply.
• Resolve Material Shortages: Resolve material shortages by exhausting all options such as substitutes, partial shipments to avoid additional cost including break in fees and expidites.
• Utilize Material Planning Systems: Learn and utilize Haworth's material planning systems and tools to plan and track inventory, generate reports, and support decision-making.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Participate in supply chain continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing process improvements to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
• Analyze Supply Chain Data: Analyze supply chain data related to planning, inventory, and production to identify trends and support decision-making.
Education:
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent OR Associate's Degree plus 2 years related experience OR 4 years related experience if no post-secondary education
Skills and Abilities:
• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Systems Analysis: Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture / distribution of goods.
Competencies:
• Attentive Listening
• Communicating Effectively
• Delivering High Quality Work
• Displaying Technical Expertise
• Acquiring Information
• Utilizing Feedback
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GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains.
As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution and logistics sites in 20 countries.
GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.
Culture:
Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and Empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.
What we are looking for:
Grammer is looking for a Material Planner to join our MP&L team in Delphos, OH . The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!
What you will be doing:
- Take proactive initiative, display the ability to gather, analyze, and strategically utilize data for the resolution and prevention of MP&L related challenges.
- Analyzes customer releases, ensure accurate data transfer among internal teams, customers, and suppliers as needed
- Daily System/SAP maintenance, data entry, and strategic use of SAP to ensure Grammer goals are met in addition to departmental and company continuous improvement.
- Analyze production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to determine type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order priority.
- Collaborate with Production team members to determine overdue material and parts and to inform necessary parties of current or potential challenges in material flow/supply.
- Proactively align cross-functionally to expedite efficient movement of materials within the facility to ensure utilization of best practices and reduction of waste.
- Examines materials received, verifies material/parts numbers and checks discrepancies such as damaged or unmarked parts.
- Monthly analysis and reporting of supplier delivery and customer delivery performance.
- Interfaces with suppliers and customers as needed to ensure smooth and accurate deliveries.
- Coordinate and track shipments with transportation companies as well as navigate Customs.
- Perform inventory cycle counts and assist in investigating and providing solutions for inventory discrepancies.
- Other duties assigned by management or duties necessary to maintain smooth operations of the company.
What you will bring along:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
- 3 years of experience in a similar role
- Commercial vehicle manufacturing experience or experience in a related manufacturing facility /industry
- Experience with ISO9000
- Excellent analytical, prioritization, organization, and communication skills
- Strong organization skills and ability to navigate ambiguity.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- SAP knowledge/experience developed through regular use
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively and to pivot as needed when urgent matters arise
- Proven ability to solve practical and complex problems and an analytical and strategic mindset
- Ability to frequently walk the facility to audit/count material, lift/move up to 25 pounds frequently and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
What we can provide you:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage eligibility on day 1
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k)
- Volunteer Life Insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Robust Employee Assistance Program Services
- Individualized Developmental Opportunities
Materials Planner
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Net2Source Inc. is an award-winning total workforce solutions company recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts for our accelerated growth of 300% in the last 3 years with over 5500+ employees globally, with over 30+ locations in the US and global operations in 32 countries. We believe in providing staffing solutions to address the current talent gap – Right Talent – Right Time – Right Place – Right Price and acting as a Career Coach to our consultants.
Company: One of Our Clients
Job Description:
Job Title: Material Planner III
Duration: 06+ Months (Extendable)
Location: Vacaville, CA 95688
Pay Rate Range: $30.00 – 32.41/hr on W2
Summary:
- Perform all duties to ensure the Materials Requirements Plans are completed to ensure the timely availability of materials to support the product Supply Plan.
- Responsible to liaise with all key functions to ensure timely updates to material plans considering changes to plans or material availability issues
- Execution of key tasks to support inventory plans and optimization initiatives
Job Duties:
• Perform all routine tasks to convert planned orders into material plans including the creation and management of material planned requirements
• Liaison with Supply Planner and Schedulers to ensure all material plans are up to date and resp
• Creation and maintenance of detailed material planning parameters in Planning systems
• Conversion of the material requirements plan (purchase requisitions) into Purchase Orders
• Expediting material availability through liaison with procurement and teams involved with inbound material processing
• Creation and management of material related KPIs and measures to ensure accurate understanding of material availability
• Execution of key material availability, mobilization or write actions to support optimal management of inventory while reducing scrap/waste
• Liase with key stakeholders (Supply Planner, Scheduler and PM) to develop safety stock and inventory plans to meet production plans
• Track, report and facilitate on-time material availability including testing and release for production
Skills:
Ability to support delivery of Supply Chain inventory management/ strategy
• Good communication and presentation skills. Ability to present ideas in a clear and concise manner
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze and report metrics (KPI’s) and identify issues through root cause analysis
• Competent using MS Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to utilise Business Intelligence systems to extract data and generate reports
• 5-8 Years Experience
Awards and Accolades:
America's Most Honored Businesses (Top 10%)
Awarded by USPAAC for the Fastest Growing Business in the US
12th Fastest Growing Staffing Company in USA by Staffing industry Analysts in the US (2020, 2019, 2020)
Fastest 50 by NJ Biz (2020, 2019, 2020)
INC 5000 Fastest growing for 8 consecutive years in a row (only 1.26% companies make it to this list)
Top 100 by Dallas Business Journal (2020 and 2019)
Proven Supplier of the Year by Workforce Logiq (2020 and 2019)
2019 Spirit of Alliance Award by Agile1
2018 Best of the Best Platinum Award by Agile1
2018 TechServe Alliance Excellence Awards Winner
2017 Best of the Best Gold Award by Agile1(Act1 Group)
Materials Planner
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Job Title: Materials Planner
Job Type: W2 Contract – 6 Months (Potential to Extend)
Location: Vacaville, CA (Hybrid – 2–3 Days Onsite)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Standard Business Hours
Pay Rate: $28–$31/hour (Based on Experience)
Position Overview
A leading global life sciences organization is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure the timely availability of materials to support production schedules. This role partners with supply chain, procurement, and scheduling teams to maintain accurate material plans, manage inventory levels, and support supply chain optimization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Convert planned orders into material plans, ensuring accurate and timely material requirements.
- Maintain material planning parameters and systems to reflect current production needs.
- Collaborate with Supply Planners, Schedulers, and Procurement teams to resolve material availability issues.
- Generate and manage KPIs to monitor material readiness and inventory health.
- Track, report, and escalate risks to material availability impacting production schedules.
- Support initiatives to optimize inventory levels, reduce waste, and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Ensure timely testing, release, and mobilization of materials to meet production timelines.
Required Skills & Experience
- 5–8 years of experience in supply chain, materials planning, or inventory management.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in KPI tracking, root cause analysis, and reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint required).
- Familiarity with planning or ERP systems for materials management.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Business Intelligence tools for data extraction and reporting.
- Previous work in life sciences, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of inventory optimization strategies and safety stock planning.
Work Environment
- Hybrid role with onsite collaboration required for critical meetings and processes.
- Team-oriented environment with opportunities for process improvement and cross-functional projects.
Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
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Job Title: Materials Planner
Direct Hire Opening
Location: Louisville KY 40223
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Materials Planner who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role requires a detail-obsessed individual with a proactive mindset, capable of transforming logistical challenges into efficient, reliable plans. The ideal candidate will align material availability, scheduling, and customer delivery timelines to meet and exceed service expectations.
This person will be an essential part of Service Center operations, ensuring that materials flow seamlessly through our processes and that our customers receive what they need, when they need it.
Key Responsibilities
- Translate customer demand into material requirements using ERP systems, ensuring proper stock levels to fulfill commitments.
- Coordinate with Virginia facility to track shipments, communicate delivery timelines, and resolve material flow issues.
- Oversee bin transfers and receiving activities to maintain accurate and organized inventory.
- Manage internal rework and customer RMAs, ensuring proper tracking and routing in the ERP system.
- Prepare and issue accurate, timely shipping documentation to customers.
- Issue materials with precision and traceability in the ERP system.
- Lead and execute routine cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Coordinate logistics and paperwork for subcontracted coated work.
- Communicate with customers regarding order flow, logistics, and status updates.
- Proactively identify and resolve inventory issues before they impact the customer.
- Support carting operations as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills
- 3+ years of experience in production planning, logistics, or materials coordination, ideally in a manufacturing setting.
- Strong attention to detail with proven documentation and inventory accuracy.
- High ownership mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills in a dynamic environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; effective with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (data entry, analysis, and reporting).
- Flexibility to work extended or off-hours as needed to meet customer demands.
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Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid - 50% Onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 mo. contract to hire
Join a forward-thinking aerospace and defense company where your planning expertise will directly support mission-critical programs. We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Material Resource Planner (MRP) to help shape the future of our supply chain operations. This is a high-impact role with room to grow, innovate, and collaborate across departments.
What You'll Do
+ Develop and maintain time-phased material plans based on BOMs, production schedules, and program timelines
+ Translate program demand into actionable planned orders and coordinate purchasing activities with Procurement
+ Monitor material status and availability across development, qualification, and production phases
+ Ensure MRP system data accuracy, including lead times, lot sizes, and reorder points
+ Drive resolution of material shortages by working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality
+ Assess material impacts from configuration changes and design updates
+ Identify and escalate risks to material readiness and delivery timelines
+ Collaborate with Engineering to validate BOM accuracy, manage part substitutions, and support early material needs
+ Contribute to program schedules, burn-down charts, and execution readiness metrics
What You Bring
+ 2-5 years of experience in material planning, production scheduling, or MRP systems
+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making
+ Experience in aerospace, defense, medical, or aviation industries preferred
+ Familiarity with NetSuite, JobBOSS, or similar ERP/MRP systems
+ Understanding of sourcing, vendor management, and purchase order coordination
+ Experience working with electronic materials and regulated environments is a plus
Why This Role Stands Out
+ Be part of a respected company with a strong reputation in aerospace and defense
+ Contribute to a team implementing new systems and modernizing supply chain operations
+ Work in a hybrid environment that values collaboration and flexibility
+ Play a key role in programs that make a real-world impact
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
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As a Material Planner/Shipping Specialist, you will be responsible for planning raw materials and packaging supplies to ensure resources required for product manufacturing are in stock and available. You will work closely with the Production Department to understand the production schedule and forecast appropriately to keep the plant stocked with necessary materials.
Responsibilities
+ Plan and schedule all raw material and packaging supplies based on the production schedule, inventory on hand, and storage capacity.
+ Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage of all materials, shipping containers, and other needed supplies.
+ Enter purchase orders in the purchasing system.
+ Assist the purchasing department in researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors.
+ Enter raw material receipts and finished goods into the purchasing and inventory systems.
+ Maintain both raw material and finished goods inventory reports, updating them daily.
+ Assist with reconciliation of physical inventory and preparation of month-end reports as needed.
Essential Skills
+ Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.
+ Experience in inventory control.
+ At least 2 years of experience in a planner role.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Strong organizational and communication skills.
+ Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic and supportive work environment that values teamwork and professional growth. Enjoy the opportunity to work with a dedicated team while developing your skills in material planning and inventory management. Experience a culture that promotes work-life balance and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
You will work within a collaborative production and warehouse setting, utilizing SAP and Microsoft Excel to manage inventory and plan materials. The role involves coordinating with various departments to ensure smooth operations and maintaining inventory accuracy. The environment encourages communication and teamwork.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Benicia, California.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Benicia,CA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid - 50% Onsite)
Contract Duration: 2+ Months with Potential for Full-Time
Join a forward-thinking aerospace and defense company where your planning expertise will directly support mission-critical programs. We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Material Resource Planner (MRP) to help shape the future of our supply chain operations. This is a high-impact role with room to grow, innovate, and collaborate across departments.
What You'll Do
+ Develop and maintain time-phased material plans based on BOMs, production schedules, and program timelines
+ Translate program demand into actionable planned orders and coordinate purchasing activities with Procurement
+ Monitor material status and availability across development, qualification, and production phases
+ Ensure MRP system data accuracy, including lead times, lot sizes, and reorder points
+ Drive resolution of material shortages by working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality
+ Assess material impacts from configuration changes and design updates
+ Identify and escalate risks to material readiness and delivery timelines
+ Collaborate with Engineering to validate BOM accuracy, manage part substitutions, and support early material needs
+ Contribute to program schedules, burn-down charts, and execution readiness metrics
What You Bring
+ 2-5 years of experience in material planning, production scheduling, or MRP systems
+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making
+ Experience in aerospace, defense, medical, or aviation industries preferred
+ Familiarity with NetSuite, JobBOSS, or similar ERP/MRP systems
+ Understanding of sourcing, vendor management, and purchase order coordination
+ Experience working with electronic materials and regulated environments is a plus
Why This Role Stands Out
+ Be part of a respected company with a strong reputation in aerospace and defense
+ Contribute to a team implementing new systems and modernizing supply chain operations
+ Work in a hybrid environment that values collaboration and flexibility
+ Play a key role in programs that make a real-world impact
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Materials Planner
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Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid - 50% Onsite)
Contract Duration: 2+ Months with Potential for Full-Time
Join a forward-thinking aerospace and defense company where your planning expertise will directly support mission-critical programs. We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Material Resource Planner (MRP) to help shape the future of our supply chain operations. This is a high-impact role with room to grow, innovate, and collaborate across departments.
What You'll Do
+ Develop and maintain time-phased material plans based on BOMs, production schedules, and program timelines
+ Translate program demand into actionable planned orders and coordinate purchasing activities with Procurement
+ Monitor material status and availability across development, qualification, and production phases
+ Ensure MRP system data accuracy, including lead times, lot sizes, and reorder points
+ Drive resolution of material shortages by working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality
+ Assess material impacts from configuration changes and design updates
+ Identify and escalate risks to material readiness and delivery timelines
+ Collaborate with Engineering to validate BOM accuracy, manage part substitutions, and support early material needs
+ Contribute to program schedules, burn-down charts, and execution readiness metrics
What You Bring
+ 2-5 years of experience in material planning, production scheduling, or MRP systems
+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making
+ Experience in aerospace, defense, medical, or aviation industries preferred
+ Familiarity with NetSuite, JobBOSS, or similar ERP/MRP systems
+ Understanding of sourcing, vendor management, and purchase order coordination
+ Experience working with electronic materials and regulated environments is a plus
Why This Role Stands Out
+ Be part of a respected company with a strong reputation in aerospace and defense
+ Contribute to a team implementing new systems and modernizing supply chain operations
+ Work in a hybrid environment that values collaboration and flexibility
+ Play a key role in programs that make a real-world impact
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Materials Planner
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Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid - 50% Onsite)
Contract Duration: 2+ Months with Potential for Full-Time
Join a forward-thinking aerospace and defense company where your planning expertise will directly support mission-critical programs. We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Material Resource Planner (MRP) to help shape the future of our supply chain operations. This is a high-impact role with room to grow, innovate, and collaborate across departments.
What You'll Do
+ Develop and maintain time-phased material plans based on BOMs, production schedules, and program timelines
+ Translate program demand into actionable planned orders and coordinate purchasing activities with Procurement
+ Monitor material status and availability across development, qualification, and production phases
+ Ensure MRP system data accuracy, including lead times, lot sizes, and reorder points
+ Drive resolution of material shortages by working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality
+ Assess material impacts from configuration changes and design updates
+ Identify and escalate risks to material readiness and delivery timelines
+ Collaborate with Engineering to validate BOM accuracy, manage part substitutions, and support early material needs
+ Contribute to program schedules, burn-down charts, and execution readiness metrics
What You Bring
+ 2-5 years of experience in material planning, production scheduling, or MRP systems
+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision making
+ Experience in aerospace, defense, medical, or aviation industries preferred
+ Familiarity with NetSuite, JobBOSS, or similar ERP/MRP systems
+ Understanding of sourcing, vendor management, and purchase order coordination
+ Experience working with electronic materials and regulated environments is a plus
Why This Role Stands Out
+ Be part of a respected company with a strong reputation in aerospace and defense
+ Contribute to a team implementing new systems and modernizing supply chain operations
+ Work in a hybrid environment that values collaboration and flexibility
+ Play a key role in programs that make a real-world impact
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.