Material Planner/Scheduler (New York)
About Check-mate Industries
For over 50 years, Check-Mate Industries has been a trusted leader in precision manufacturing – serving world-class partners in the firearms, medical, automotive, and hard ware industries. With ISO 9001-certified facilities in New York and Georgia, we combine advanced engineering, metal stamping, CNC machining, and injection molding capabilities to deliver quality, performance, and reliability our customers depend on.
Join our growing New York team and play a critical role in keeping our operations running efficiently as we expand into new markets and technologies.
Position Overview
The Materials Planner/Scheduler is responsible for ensuring that production has the right materials, in the right place, at the right time. This role bridges the gap between procurement, production and logistics – driving on-time delivery, supplier performance, and inventory accuracy across the organization.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities shift daily. Experience with ERP systems (PLEX, SAP, or similar systems) and strong communication across teams will be key to success.
Key Responsibilities
- Plans and schedules material requirements to meet production demands and maintains safety stock levels
- Forecasts supply needs, monitory usage trends, and proactively adjust replenishment strategies
- Manages supplier relationships, issues Pos, tracks deliveries, and expedites orders when needed
- Coordinates shipping and delivery schedules to customers in alignment with production capacity.
- Maintains ERP data integrity (PLEX preferred) including BOMs, lead times, and order status
- Identifies and resolves material shortages or bottlenecks using root-cause problem solving
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives to streamline material flow and reduce waste
- Prepares and analyzes regular reports on inventory, supplier performance, and schedule adherence
- Collaborates cross-functionally with production, purchasing, engineering, and quality to ensure uninterrupted operations
- Minimizes obsolete inventory and manage disposition of surplus materials
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field – or 3-5 years of equivalent experience in manufacturing planning/scheduling
- 1-5 years’ hands on ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) System experience (PLEX, SAP or similar system)
- Proven track record managing material flow in a manufacturing setting
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and cross-departmental collaboration abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment
Preferred Requirements
- APICS or similar certification (CPIM, CSCP)
- Experience in metal stamping machining, or high-volume manufacturing environment
What You’ll Bring
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and attention to detail
- A balance of analytical rigor and hands-on practicality
- Comfort working across multiple product lines and priorities
- Desire to grow within a company that values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement
WHY JOIN CHECK-MATE
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Stable, family-owned company with a strong reputation for quality and innovation
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Collaborative, team-driven culture where our contributions have a real impact
LOCATION
- West Babylon, New York
- On-site position with occasional travel between departments and vendors
How To Apply
If you are ready to play a key role in the success of one of the nation’s premier precision manufacturers, apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter. Be part of a company that takes pride in every part we make- and every person who helps make it.
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