Associate Production and Material Control Planner

Now Hiring for an Associate Production and Material Control Planner Pay Range: $30.57-$40.85/hr Position Type: Temporary, Full-Time | Approximately 12-month assignment Advantage Technical is hiring an Associate Production and Material Control Planner to support a manufacturing organization in Columbia, MD. This temporary role coordinates the flow of work and materials across departments to keep programs on schedule. What You'll Do (Responsibilities and Job Duties) Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within and between departments according to program schedule. Gather information, including instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, invoices, and flow charts, from Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Accounting, Programs, Logistics, Quality Assurance, and Contracts. Confer with department supervisors and cross-functional personnel on progress and completion dates; attend staff, planning, production, and program meetings; track status in SharePoint. Use computers and ERP systems to enter, access, and retrieve data. Forecast material purchase volume and timing, and determine time-phased material requirements based on product structure, build sequence, and lead time. Set up review points and prepare shortage, expedite, and receiving reports. Monitor and report on costs and schedule status, and track earned value on assigned programs. Interpret contract provisions affecting material planning and control. Determine inventory requirements applying sound planning principles. Monitor materials during production and lead residual/surplus material cleanup. Analyze and resolve work problems, and develop control feedback procedures, variance reports, and recovery plans. What You Bring (Education and Qualifications) Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Experience | Two years of experience in manufacturing, planning, or inventory control. Benefits Competitive weekly pay Weekly direct deposit Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Optional 401(k) #J-18808-Ljbffr Pro Staff