Job Details

MAU is hiring a Material Planner - B Shift for our client in Piedmont, SC. As a Material Planner, you will support supplier communication, inventory control, and procurement planning in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Profit-sharing opportunity
• Tuition reimbursement program

• Monday - Friday | 7:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.

• High school diploma or GED with diversified procurement and negotiation experience
• Associate's degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in an automotive or automotive parts manufacturing environment, with scheduling and materials management responsibilities
• Strong math skills
• Strong computer platform skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in Windows NT and organizational skills
• Experience with SAP or similar software
• Excellent Excel, Power BI, and data analytics skills

• Associate degree or some college coursework
• Experience with QAD platform

• Ability to hear alarms with or without hearing aids
• Ability to distinguish color and see at close range (corrective lenses allowed)
• Willingness to cross-train as needed to fill other roles
• Ability to wear a respirator when needed
• Ability to work near chemicals such as alcohols, solvents, paints, or sanding dust

• Exhibit an objective, fair, and professional attitude in accordance with company policies and the Employee's Charter
• Follow company and departmental policies to ensure productive, ethical operations
• Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Support quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform daily cross-functional job assignments as needed
• Foster respectful and cooperative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Follow safety rules and OSHA/EEOC/FLSA regulations
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to maintain workplace safety standards
• Ensure all accidents/injuries are reported and investigated promptly
• Participate in and support training, workplace audits, and safety performance assessments
• Participate in continuous improvement projects (e.g., inventory accuracy, inventory turns, premium freight)
• Ensure accurate and timely material releases to suppliers
• Purchase/order recurring and non-recurring items for production and assembly departments
• Establish lead times and minimum inventory levels for Just-in-Time (JIT) environments
• Coordinate production releases with suppliers per agreements
• Support Leaders in reconciling variances and corrective actions
• Track and record Department KPI data
• Be available for inventory counts during weekends, holidays, or as needed
• Help reduce annual overhead budget via competitive sourcing and pricing
• Serve as a backup to the Purchasing Manager
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager

• Manufacturing environment
• Standing or walking for 8 hours, including stair usage
• Regular lifting up to 15 lbs and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs
• Frequent work below the knees and above the shoulders

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Frequent stair climbing
• Lifting up to 15 lbs regularly; up to 40 lbs occasionally
• Manual dexterity for working below knees and above shoulders
• Good vision and color distinction (corrective lenses allowed)
• Respirator use when required