Material Planner I

Job: Material Planner I

Reports to: Defense Planning Manager

Position Summary: This position is responsible for the management of the material process through different departments in order to ensure the right material gets to the right place at the right time at our vast, 63-acre facility. Significant heavy manufacturing takes place both in several fab shops, as well as on the waterfront. The successful candidate will support the 1,000+ working men and women on our waterfront by ensuring proper assessment and resolution of material related shortages; and assisting in developing and maintaining both short and long range schedules.

Detailed Description:

• Work proactively with planning and manufacturing to ensure material availability in support of schedule
• Assist in resolution of shortages related to production orders
• Assist in resolving material discrepancies and disperse updated information to both planning and manufacturing
• Work cross functionally on material related process improvement projects to ensure our success
• Assist with material planning issues that arise, including incoming and outgoing material from the yard
• Seek and recommend solutions to overcome issues arising in order to meet production requirements and address operational risks
• Ensure that material scheduling strategy and processes are in place and work effectively in order to ensure material supply meets production requirements
• Assist in the oversight of entire material timeline from planning to production
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Work towards assign objectives and KPIs
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront
• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies
• Abide by all organizational policies and procedures

Core Competencies:

• Communicates effectively -- Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Ensures Accountability -- Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Collaborates -- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree and at least 1 years' experience in supply chain or compliance environment; or
• HS Diploma and at least 3 years' experience in supply chain or compliance environment
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and Word
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills
• Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with MRP/ERP systems
• Elementary knowledge of shipbuilding workflow and production processes
• Elementary knowledge of shipyard material management processes
• Elementary knowledge of production planning practices

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as an industry leader in new construction, repair, and major conversions. The FBS portfolio includes articulated tug-barge units, OPA 90-compliant vessels, dredges and dredging support equipment, and offshore supply vessels along with specializing in Great Lakes self-unloading vessels. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs. Our mission is to build, repair and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service and defend our nation and the world.

EEO Statement:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We promote a Drug Free Work Environment and require pre-employment drug testing as well as mandatory random drug testing.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at Bayshipbuilding-HR@us.fincantieri.com.