Entry Level Supply Chain Associate

Aston Carter • Costa Mesa, CA • 6h ago

Job Title: Production Planner - Entry Level

Job Description

As a Production Planner, you will ensure that production orders are scheduled accurately based on demand, stock levels, and available production capacity. You will be responsible for tracking work-in-progress (WIP) and providing status updates. Additionally, you will initiate escalation processes for slow-moving WIP and production disruptions. You will also collaborate with customer service to ensure on-time delivery and manage special customer requests effectively.

Responsibilities

Schedule production orders according to demand, stock levels, and production capacity.

Track WIP and provide timely status updates.

Initiate escalation processes for production disruptions such as defective machinery or raw material shortages.

Consult with customer service to address potential delivery delays.

Manage raw material purchase orders based on MRP requirements and available capacity in SAP.

Avoid downtime due to missing raw materials while meeting inventory targets.

Prepare and analyze KPIs and reports, defining and implementing actions following the PDCA loop.

Participate actively in meetings, including daily LPMS, weekly TOP4, and KPI reviews.

Optimize product flow and participate in lean activities.

Ensure proper documentation is maintained.

Essential Skills

Experience with Excel, including pivot tables and vlookups; formulas are a plus.

3+ years of planning experience, or a college degree in business or supply chain.

Proficiency in ERP systems, ideally SAP, but open to others.

Manufacturing experience.

Must have pivot tables and v-lookups experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Open to various industries.

Knowledge of ITAR compliance.

Work Environment

This position is 100% on-site, Monday through Friday, with flexible start times between 7-8 am. You will join a team consisting of another planner, a buyer, and a shipping coordinator. Occasional overtime may be required, though no Saturday work is anticipated. The work setting is in a manufacturing environment with a smaller, older office on a production floor, reflecting an industrial atmosphere. The role offers opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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