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Position Overview
IEM is currently seeking a Materials Planning Specialist for our Jacksonville, FL location. The Materials Planning Specialist will play a key role in establishing and refining the material replenishment strategies that support IEM Jacksonville’s lean production system. This individual will be responsible for designing and implementing material flow processes aligned with principles such as Kanban, PFEP, JIT, and FIFO. This role will also serve as a cross-functional liaison among Production, Supply Chain, and Fabrication to ensure successful adoption and execution of these new systems.
This position offers the opportunity to lead the foundational buildout of lean materials processes and develop broad operational knowledge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lean Material Replenishment System Development
Design, pilot, and implement lean material replenishment systems including Kanban, PFEP, JIT, and visual replenishment strategies.
Develop and maintain point-of-use (POU) inventory solutions to reduce material travel and downtime.
Cross-Functional Process Alignment
Collaborate closely with Production, Fabrication, Planning, and Warehouse teams to align material delivery processes with work center needs.
Lead regular reviews and kaizen events to identify gaps and drive standardization.
Kitting, Staging, and Inventory Accuracy
Work with warehouse and production staff to improve part staging and kitting processes in support of work center schedules.
Ensure accurate ERP transactions, drive cycle count integrity, and support real-time inventory visibility.
Continuous Improvement and Lean Culture
Serve as a champion for lean transformation efforts related to materials flow and planning.
Develop and standardize visual management tools to support tiered daily management.
Training & Change Management
Train key personnel on lean material systems and practices.
Document standard work and facilitate knowledge transfer across shifts and departments.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or relevant degree program.
1–7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to materials management, operations planning, or production support. Internships or co-op experience will be considered.
Foundational understanding of lean principles such as 5S, value stream mapping, Kanban, and PFEP.
Experience working with ERP systems (Infor preferred) and material tracking solutions.
Effective communication and project management skills with an ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
Demonstrated initiative and drive to improve processes, with a willingness to learn and grow into a larger leadership role.
Why Join IEM
At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
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