Materials Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

Job Title: Materials Manager Company: Company Confidential Location: Woburn, MA Description: Growing Woburn manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Materials & Supply Chain Manager to direct and manage inventory requirements, production scheduling and planning, and purchasing.  Requisite skills will include 10 years experience in materials management and production; strong PC expertise; the ability to develop and initiate procedural changes to enhance productivity; personnel evaluation and requirements; excellent written and verbal communication proficiency; analytical and creative thinking; and strong negotiation skills.  This newly created position will report to the VP Operations and “out of the box” scrutiny is a must.  Please respond to this ad with your most current resume for consideration.  The company offers a full benefit package and excellent compensation.

Job Title: Materials Manager Company: ASSOCIATES OF CAPE COD Location: East Falmouth, MA Description: The Materials Manager is responsible for material supply and control. Through sales, inventory and manufacturing analysis he/she will generate a master schedule which will in turn drive purchasing of raw materials and/or services in support of the production plan. Inventory levels will also be calculated based on replenishment lead times, expiration dating and obsolescence. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Manage purchasing, planning, warehousing and inventory control in accordance with ACC’s quality system • Generate and maintain the master production schedule • Lead the installation and ongoing system management of the MRP module of Great Plains • Direct interface with finance associated with BOM accuracy, excess and obsolete inventory and purchase price. • Oversee warehouse operations ensuring a high degree of inventory accuracy through proper inventory transactions and consistent cycle counting • Develop “power user” skills associated with the Great Plains business management system • Communicate material needs to purchasing. • Train warehouse personnel on proper SOPs and Great Plains transaction process • Organize and manage physical inventories at least once and possibly twice per year • Assist in the generation and overall effectiveness of the work center production plan ________________________________________________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS: • Strong management and training skills. • Business management system software and MRP experience • Familiar with cost accounting principles • Above average spread sheet skills • Experience with GMPs and ISO based system management EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • BA or BS in a business discipline • 5-8 years planning or purchasing experience preferable in a medical device or pharmaceutical environment • APICs certification a plus TO APPLY PLEASE VISIT THE COMPANY WEBSITE - www.acciusa.com

Job Title: Material Planner (master planner) Company: Davis IT / Engineering Location: Marlborough, MA Description: Davis Engineering is a full service staffing firm specializing in the placement of Engineering professionals across the United States. We currently have a need for a Materials Planner for our client in the Marlborough, MA area. If interested in this position, please contact Matthew Hackett at Register to View with your resume and availability to be called to discuss. Thank you for your consideration.* Schedule production work orders to meet quality, delivery, cost and customer requirements. * Conduct shortage analysis and present at daily management* Maintain Daily management boards* Coordinate with the VSL to manage product line/cell capacity. * Participate in the development of accurate work order routings and time collection.* Analyze action messages and work with the team to resolve. * Analyze material transactions and reconcile discrepancies.* Identify and transition material from MRP to Kanban.* Manage the cycle count program.* Coordinate necessary changes to the manufacturing process (ECO*s). * Assure the timely processing of non-conforming materials.* Embrace the Clients requirement for continuous improvement. To perform this job successfully, 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Mastery of MRP logic and processes preferred, in depth knowledge required.* Mastery of Kanban logic and processes preferred, in depth knowledge required.* Working in a team environment, problem solving, organization and planning skills.* Working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, MRP, Kanban, Oracle* Excellent analytical, communications, presentation and interpersonal skills. * Minimum 5 years material control experience in experience in a capital equipment-manufacturing environment. * Bachelor*s degree or APIC*s Certification* Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a lean shop environment.* Oracle experience