Materials Planner

Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing since 2018. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany, we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

The Materials Planner is responsible for coordinating all material planning efforts between departments to meet customer expectations and company goals.

• Maintain accurate information in the MRP system, including item attributes, Bill of Materials, production routings, and customer and production schedules.
• Monitor MRP, shortage lists, and related indicators to ensure 100% material availability and a high rate of inventory turn.
• Maintain master schedule and manage entry.
• Evaluate purchased part material requirements and plan supply.
• Release internal production work orders.
• Coordinate cross‑functional activities with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, and engineering.
• Implement Engineering Change Notices.
• Replace materials timely due to non‑conformance or scrap.
• Identify and communicate status on any material planning items impacting the production schedule.
• Lead improvement initiatives to achieve 100% material availability, increased inventory turnover, and reduced transaction, variance, and work order issues.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and compliant work environment following all company policies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the company’s information and products.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

• 3 to 5+ years of direct related experience.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify and deliver results on time and on budget.

• May be asked to work extended or irregular hours as required.
• Must provide proof of ability to work in the United States.
• Elevate Aircraft Seating is an “at‑will” employer; employment may be terminated at any time.
• Employees are expected to handle additional essential tasks as the business evolves.

Base pay varies based on job‑related knowledge, skills, location, and experience. Salary range: $80,000 – $100,000 annually.

• Up to 7% bonus potential (for bonus‑eligible positions)
• Generous 401(k) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for you and your family
• On‑site gym and free electric car charging stations
• Opportunity for growth within the organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team‑oriented culture