Material Planner / Production Control

Material Planner / Production Control

$75,000-$85,000 + Annual Bonus + Unlimited PTO

Shelby Township, MI | Direct Hire

We're partnering with a growing automotive manufacturer seeking a Material Planner / Production Control professional to take ownership of production scheduling, material planning, supplier coordination, and inventory management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This position offers significant visibility throughout the organization and the opportunity to play a key role in supporting continued growth and operational improvement.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Direct hire opportunity with a growing automotive manufacturer
• High visibility role supporting daily manufacturing operations
• Opportunity to influence production planning, inventory strategy, and supplier performance
• Work closely with operations, purchasing, suppliers, logistics providers, and leadership
• Annual performance bonus up to 5%
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 4%
• Tuition reimbursement
• 12-13 paid holidays including year-end shutdown
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and AD&D coverage
• Stable and growing organization investing in its people and operations

Ideal candidates will bring:

• Experience in Material Planning, Production Control, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, or Production Scheduling
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems
• Experience coordinating suppliers, material deliveries, and inventory requirements
• Ability to identify and proactively address material shortages and supply chain risks
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with production, purchasing, suppliers, and logistics providers
• Experience supporting automotive manufacturing operations is preferred

This company is looking for someone who can:

• Develop and maintain production schedules
• Coordinate raw material deliveries and supplier lead times
• Manage inventory levels while supporting production requirements
• Work directly with suppliers and 3PL providers to ensure material availability
• Identify potential shortages, delays, and production constraints before they impact operations
• Serve as a key liaison between production, purchasing, suppliers, logistics providers, and leadership
• Drive a proactive approach to materials planning and production control

This is an outstanding opportunity for a supply chain professional who enjoys solving problems, supporting manufacturing operations, and making a direct impact on production performance.