Materials Planner II

Job TitleApplied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world's technology.Salary$64,000.00 - $88,000.00LocationBenicia, CAKey ResponsibilitiesEmployees may specialize in planning activities involving production control, inventory control, process control, or shop floor control / Material Resources Planning (MRP) integrity.Maintains Oracle work order release schedule that provides material on-time to manufacturing and engineering. Reschedules and/or completes no-charge, all discrete jobs as required.Increases component availability at time of release by performing pre-shortage analysis.

Performs work order variance analysis.Reviews MRP execution and ensures accuracy of information; reconciles supply and demand; validates master scheduling and/or PDS requirements. Reviews and ensures proper disposition of Engineering Change Orders (ECO's). Performs regular system maintenance and audits to ensure system accuracy. Prepares status reports of all ECOs and ECRs in process.Participates in floor audits with Finance and resolves WIP issues. Attends production meetings and provides status on material shortage commit dates.Changes "make" level lead times in accordance with reality on the manufacturing floor.Works with engineers to manage materials for special engineering projects.

May work with work centers on shop floor control activities.Inventory Control – Analyzes usage data and stock levels to order parts to satisfy service levels; maintains inventory levels per plan and expedites shortages; may forecast spare parts needs. Examines material variances, resolves problems where possible, and/or communicates more difficult problems to management. Assists in setting up new inventory systems or modifying existing systems, when necessary; assigns appropriate expediting duties to expediters. May manage obsolete inventories.Process Control – Participates in identifying root cause and corrective action from PCI reporting and metrics, drives cycle counting.Responsible for Inventory planningInventory SegmentationLead-Time accuracyInventory transaction b/w locationsCycle count and inventory accuracyCoordinates inventory auditsManage E&O and RMAsOther Requirements: This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.Functional KnowledgeDemonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilitiesBusiness ExpertiseUnderstands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own workLeadershipNo supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team membersProblem SolvingSolves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedentsImpactImpacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policiesInterpersonal SkillsExplains complex information to others in straightforward situationsAdditional InformationTime Type: Full timeEmployee Type: Assignee / RegularTravel: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible: NoThe salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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