Planner, Material Control Unit

Location: Integrated Operations Ctr (DFW-IOC0)Additional Locations: NoneRequisition ID: 35587Intro Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!Why you'll love this job

American Airlines is seeking candidates for a MCU Material Controller The MCU Department is a centralized communications point for field maintenance, Supply, Technical Services, and Base Supply to coordinate material requirements for out of service aircraft, aircraft flying on continued restrictive MEL’s, base critical, MRO support and aircraft engines in repair where workflow is impeded due to lack of material (Parts).

Comprehensive Benefit Package provided and airline privileges at an hourly rate of $18.73 USD.

The terms and conditions of this position are covered by the International Association of Mechanics (IAM) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What you'll do As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

Fluid communication of material delivery status and routing plan to Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Maintenance Operation Control

Provide AOG Tooling logistics

Research alternative part number options utilizing manuals such as: IPC / Boeing 787 IPD / Vendor CMM’s;

Submit Engineering Assistance Requests for approval as needed

Base Maintenance, Heavy Maintenance, MRO and internal Shop support to prevent extended aircraft downtime during their off hours and to prevent potential AOG situations when they have exhausted all other resources

Perform all duties as required for the MCU Job Function

Ensure part availability for scheduled maintenance and overnight Bill of Work assignments allowing maintenance tasks to be performed as planned

All you'll need for success Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

MCU is a 24/7 operation: Must be willing to work rotating shifts with either days or nights coverage

Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc.)

High School Diploma and one of the following:

Certificate of completion of accredited aircraft maintenance school, possess a two (2)year college degree in an aircraft maintenance field, one (1) year experience in material management or two (2) year experience in aircraft maintenance and/or flight operations/logistics field

Excellent analytical and problem resolution skills

Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally

Ability to work independently with a high degree of motivation

Ability to function effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, effectively realign priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive dynamic work environment

Must be able to make time-critical decisions

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

Undergraduate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Management or equivalent experience/training

Experience as a Material Logistics Specialist, Stock Clerk, Material Planner, Airline AOG Department, Vendor Management or Supplier Management Knowledge of American Airlines Technical Operations, Maintenance Programs, and procedures along with American Airlines route network are highly desirable

HAZMAT Training / Certification

Sabre RES/DECS, SAP, SCEPTRE, Web-based programs such as MAPS, ASOM and VIANET

What you'll get Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.

Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.

Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.

401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.

Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel Free to be yourself at American From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.Additional Locations: NoneRequisition ID: 35587Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. American Airlines, Inc fully considers all qualified applicants including those with a criminal history.