General Summary:
The Material Planner position is responsible to function independently on a consistent basis when responding to the needs of maintenance team with timely, accurate, and professional delivery of all requested parts and services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Creates Purchase Orders within Quantum Control for the procurement of aircraft parts and services. Communicates material shortages and takes immediate action to eradicate issues. Maintains and tracks Service Center inventory when applicable. Performs incoming/receiving inspections per Repair Station Manual/Quality Control Manual. Receiving inspections functions under the guidance of/and reports to the Chief Inspector. Issues material to Work Order/Work Packages. Maintains adequate stock of consumable material and monitoring of shelf life. Submits and tracks warranty claims for Core returns. Utilize business systems and portal data to identify and document maintenance needs and maintain continuous communication regarding "open part" order status, parts specifications, availability and expected delivery timeframe. Conducts daily work load planning by analyzing work requirements, reports, schedules and prioritizes workload urgency. Solves problems and executes effective decisions regarding parts availability, delivery time issues and regulatory requirements. Other duties as assigned by management.
Education, Work Experience, Certification and/or Licensure:
Associates degree in Business Administration or other related field preferred or equivalent industry experience and training 2 or more years experience in FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment with business/corporate aircraft maintenance or similar experience as relating to this position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong detail oriented and administrative/data entry skills. Strong organizational, administrative skills. Strong oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
Physical Requirements:
Incumbents may be routinely exposed to equipment operational noise heat-cold-dust, and/or aircraft equipment, parts, or fuel odors. Incumbents may be required to stand, sit, squat, walk, bend, move, reach, or stretch for prolonged time periods with no restrictions, as required by job duties Work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all regulatory requirements (FAA OSHA DOT, EPA state, and Federal regulations, etc.). Read, hear, speak and see with no restrictions, as required by job duties. Comprehend and adhere to management directions and/or safety instructions with no restrictions. Effectively communicate in Business English language. Push, carry, lift, or move items up to 25 lbs. throughout the work shift without assistance, as required by job duties.