GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains.
As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution and logistics sites in 20 countries.
GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.
Culture:
Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and Empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.
What we are looking for:
Grammer is looking for a Material Planner to join our MP&L team in Delphos, OH. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!
What you will be doing:
- Take proactive initiative, display the ability to gather, analyze, and strategically utilize data for the resolution and prevention of MP&L related challenges.
- Analyzes customer releases, ensure accurate data transfer among internal teams, customers, and suppliers as needed
- Daily System/SAP maintenance, data entry, and strategic use of SAP to ensure Grammer goals are met in addition to departmental and company continuous improvement.
- Analyze production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to determine type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order priority.
- Collaborate with Production team members to determine overdue material and parts and to inform necessary parties of current or potential challenges in material flow/supply.
- Proactively align cross-functionally to expedite efficient movement of materials within the facility to ensure utilization of best practices and reduction of waste.
- Examines materials received, verifies material/parts numbers and checks discrepancies such as damaged or unmarked parts.
- Monthly analysis and reporting of supplier delivery and customer delivery performance.
- Interfaces with suppliers and customers as needed to ensure smooth and accurate deliveries.
- Coordinate and track shipments with transportation companies as well as navigate Customs.
- Perform inventory cycle counts and assist in investigating and providing solutions for inventory discrepancies.
- Other duties assigned by management or duties necessary to maintain smooth operations of the company.
Deliverables:
- Support quality/dimensional control system (i.e., X&R charts, gage studies, six sigma)
- Dimensional Capability studies
- Quality documentation, as required
- Maintain PPAP booklet on assigned programs
- Support development of PPAP submittal with Engineers
- Develop and maintain quality technician and inspector assignments as required
- Maintain process documentation (i.e., PFMEA, flow charts)
- Maintain internal and external database: 8Ds, Process Alerts, and Rejections
- Annual product certifications
