Materials Planner

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice‑controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays.

The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem‑solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems.

There is never a dull moment with us.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and monitor the movement of material through the production cycle and new product builds.
• Determine material requirements from production schedules, engineering BOMs.
• Coordinate the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production, stock room and engineering to ensure timely availability.
• Review and track shortages and run shortage meetings with the procurement and sub assembly team.
• Escalate critical part shortages to management that will jeopardize the ship schedule.
• Plan and release subassembly work orders for the tool.
• Prioritize and track sub-assemblies, ensuring they are completed and available on the shelf before tool kitting begins.
• Maintain the work order bill of materials, ensuring it supports efficient material flow and aligns with the assembly process.
• Collaborate with engineering for new product work order releases and material planning.
• Ensure engineering change orders are approved and work orders are updated accordingly.
• Review backorders related to the tool line.
• Create reservation requests for internal department part requests.
• Create delivery documents and close work order variances, coordinating with the stock room.
• Understand manufacturing capacity and allocate resources as required to meet build plan commitments.

• BS degree + 2 years related experience in a manufacturing environment OR
• AS + 5 years related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in Excel, Data analysis, ERP system; preferable SAP.
• Detail oriented, process driven, highly collaborative, committed to accuracy.
• Ability to manage priorities and work in a fast‑paced technical manufacturing environment.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles

Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience;
Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

Base Pay Range: $81,500.00 – $ Annually

Primary

Location:

USA-NJ-Totowa

KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable.

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