Material Planner 1

Summary:

The Material Planner I is responsible to assist in handling and maintaining the flow of material and products in manufacturing areas according to established guidelines; record movement of incoming and outgoing materials and supplies and help Supervisor verify the accuracy of work performed in the area. Also, will assist the Master Scheduler when necessary; provide daily shipment requirements to materials; and assist in setting and maintaining the weekly production schedule as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Help track customer orders and work in progress/inventory levels.

· Prepare and maintain basic production schedules.

· Update material and schedule information in the system.

· Communicate hourly/daily with manufacturing to share schedule updates and priorities.

· Work with engineering on engineering manufacturing orders or document updates.

· Use the ERP system for basic reporting and data entry.

· Make routine decisions and ask for guidance when needed.

· Other duties as assigned.

Competency

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

· Problem Solving - Identify and problems in a timely manner; work well in group problem solving situations.

· Technical Skills - Pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills.

· Customer Service - Respond to requests for service and assistance from internal and external customers.

· Communications - Listen and gets clarification; respond well to questions; able to read and interpret written information.

· Ethics - Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspire the trust of others; work with integrity and ethically; uphold organizational values; and follow Company policies and procedures.

· Adaptability - Deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Dependability - Consistently at work and on time; follow instructions, respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions.

· Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities with help of Supervisor; use time efficiently.

· Quality - Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; monitor own work to ensure quality.

Minimum Qualifications

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully.

· 1 years related experience.

· MRP System experience

· Computer proficiency

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma

What We Offer:

• Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
• Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
• Preventive care covered at 100%
• Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
• Teladoc virtual care access
• Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
• Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
• 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
• 9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
• Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym reimbursement
• Wellness programs:
  • Vitality (earn rewards for healthy habits)
  • One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
  • Travel assistance and employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:
  • Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
  • Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
  • Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
• And more!

 Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, with the resources and global impact of our parent company, Elbit Systems.
• Our team is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared passion for aviation safety.
• Here's what makes our work environment thrive:
• A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals and mentors
• Groundbreaking projects that shape the future of avionics technology
• A company culture that promotes innovation, career growth, and continuous learning
• Meaningful work that impacts air travel safety around the world
• A strong work-life balance, including a 9/80 schedule option

 To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit: www.UniversalAvionics.com

 Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As part of our compliance process, we inquire about work authorization and citizenship status to ensure alignment with these regulations.