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GE Aerospace

Materials Planning Specialist

Ponca City, OK

Job Description Summary

This position is open for 2nd Shift. Anticipated work schedule is Monday thru Friday, hours of 3:30 pm to 11:30 pm.
Training for the first 3-4 months need to occur on day shift hours: Monday thru Friday with anticipated hours 7:30am to 3:30 pm. Will move to 2nd shift after SAP go-live in late August to early September2024.
This position is eligible for overtime and a moderate amount will be offered / available.

Job Description

Role Summary/Purpose:

Job Description Summary

Ensure an uninterrupted supply of materials to support production and sales. Work to resolve Materials issues while achieving and maintaining inventory business metrics. This role is heavily based in SAP with Shop Operations orders approval.

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Key Responsibilities Include:


    SAP approvals for all shop requests for parts while on shift

    Overall ownership of material ordering, availability, and scheduling targeting 2-week inventory levels, at a minimum

    Rescheduling materials for pull ins (expedites) and push outs (for inventory control)

    Daily Shortage Management - data input/updates

    Establish flow/priorities for Warehousing and Receiving to achieve urgent product delivery to Manufacturing.

    Input Airway bills upon shipments to vendors

    Conduct daily walks on the warehouse floor and the receiving dock to investigate and resolve material issues/problem shelves

    Assist in cycle count efforts as needed

    Support lean activities, initiatives, and action workouts

    Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines

    Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and support corrective actions

    Position may evolve to include other duties as required as the business needs change

    Required Qualifications:

    • High School diploma and 1 - 2 years of buyer, supply chain, materials, production scheduling, or related business experience
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field
    • Proficient in MS Excel
    • SAP (or equivalent system) knowledge and experience
    • Six Sigma Green Belt
    • Working knowledge of MRP
    • Excellent Interpersonal Skills
    • Strong problem-solving skills

    Additional Information

    GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

    GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

    Relocation Assistance Provided: No

    Client-provided location(s): Arkansas City, KS 67005, USA
    Job ID: GE_Aerospace-R3764179
    Employment Type: Other

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Health Reimbursement Account
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA
      • FSA With Employer Contribution
      • HSA
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
      • Mental Health Benefits
    • Work Flexibility

      • Flexible Work Hours
      • Remote Work Opportunities
      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K)
      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Performance Bonus
      • Relocation Assistance
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Learning and Development Stipend
      • Promote From Within
      • Mentor Program
      • Shadowing Opportunities
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Lunch and Learns
      • Internship Program
      • Leadership Training Program
      • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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