Materials Planner Internship (12-month) - Milton, ON, Canada

êton’s Electrical Sector is currently seeking an Intern - Material Planner (12-month) to join our team. This position is based at our Milton, ON facility. We make what matters work. At Eaton, we believe that power, whether it’s electrical, hydraulic, or mechanical power -- is a fundamental part of people’s lives. Technology, transportation, energy, and infrastructure—these are things the world relies on every day. That’s why we are dedicated to helping our customers across the world find new ways to manage power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. And we’re committed to improving people’s lives, the communities where we live and work, and the planet our future generations will depend on. Because that’s what really matters–and we’re here to make sure it works. While our vision is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services, our culture and what we value can be represented in six essential leadership attributes expected of all Eaton employees. We’re ethical -- we play by the rules and act with integrity. We’re passionate -- we care deeply about what we do. We set high expectations and we perform. We’re accountable -- we seek responsibility and take ownership. We do what we say. We’re efficient -- we value speed and simplicity. We’re transparent -- we say what we think. We make it okay to disagree. We learn – we are curious, adaptable, and willing to teach what we know. About Eaton: As a power management company with 2020 sales of $17.9 billion, Eaton provides energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safety and sustainably. We have approximately 92,000 employees across the world and sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. Position Overview: The primary function of this role is to ensure an acceptable level of material availability to support the master production schedule. Part of this role will analyze, establish, and execute the planning, ordering, scheduling of material, including internally and externally sourced parts. Also, provide material support for the manufacturing and sales of products for site and satellite facilities. Essential Functions: A. Production Plan Lay in Planning Bills adjusting and maintaining to actual. Monitor shop orders scheduling and communicate capacity concerns. Co-ordinate Marketing Forecast into ongoing production plan. B. Inventory Management Analyze and reschedule POs to ensure material availability and control inventory levels. Review depreciated inventory. Use up, Return to supplier, Rework or Scrap. Issue and receive non-conformance reports and determine disposition where responsible. Maintain material availability. Communicate with Fayetteville re their material requirements/forecasts C. Master Production Schedule Lay in plan forecast. Create and maintain planning bills. Maintain master schedule to support customer orders and planning bills. D. Customer Satisfaction Expedite overdue’ s holding up shipping of customer orders. Communicate to ensure customer service. Work with co-workers to ensure to ensure customer is satisfied. E. Material Availability Create and reschedule orders for material to support stocking policies. Analyze, maintain and approve buy queue/MPS. Utilize Kanban processes to ensure material availability and reduce cycle time. Work with Purchasing dept. to communicate with supplies (internal & external ) on Material quality, on-time deliveries & overall performance. (Supplier Evaluation) F. Cost Reduction Coordinate and act as liaison for assigned cost reduction team. Update and report result monthly. G. Material Sourcing Source items required for prototypes and prospective new business from existing suppliers Request quotes for price and delivery and set up and maintain PMMF’s Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: College diploma or university degree specializing in Business or Material Management No Sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada on an ongoing basis without company sponsorship. No Relocation provided. Preferred qualifications: 0-2 years of experience using an MRP system 0–1-year experience of working in design-for-manufacturing or an Engineered-to-Order environment 0–1-year experience with Lean and Six Sigma Tools, Six Sigma Green or Black belt APICS certification or working towards. Position Criteria: Strong knowledge of purchasing techniques and supplier management. Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment as part of a team. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong analytical aptitude and complex problem-solving skills. Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (including Excel and Access). Strong proficiency using MRP software, Oracle knowledge is an asset. Strong technical aptitude of electrical distribution and control systems. Effective time management, prioritization, and project management skills. Eaton has in place accessibility policies for accommodating employees with disabilities. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, please let the recruiter or hiring manager know so that we can work to make reasonable adjustments that best suit your needs. Accessibility information may be found at: http://www.eatoncanada.ca/EatonCA/OurCompany/Accessibility/index.htm Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Supply Chain / Logistics Region: North America – Canada Organization: ESSG CA Canada Job Level: Entry Level Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: No