About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship based in Chillicothe, Ohio. You will join the team to support material planning and handling operations. This position follows a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Plan production part and transportation load requirements for assigned parts using sales releases, historical data, and exception reports.
- Review order boards to ensure parts are ready to support production schedules for the upcoming two weeks.
- Expedite order releases or changes to ensure parts arrive on time.
- Coordinate with suppliers to set up load planning and manage inventory levels.
- Communicate with division buyers to verify that forecast orders are accurate.
- Resolve supplier or internal errors that cause receiving discrepancies.
- Set up expedite carriers when necessary and respond to part quality or delivery issues.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program for supply chain management, logistics, or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with various teams.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities at once.
- Clear oral and written communication skills.
- Strong basic math skills and organized work habits.
- Keyboard proficiency.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
Location & details#
- Location: Chillicothe, Ohio
- Schedule: Full-time, on-site
About PACCAR
PACCAR designs and manufactures light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks. Its primary brands include Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. The company also produces diesel engines, provides financial services, and manages a global parts distribution network. Based in Bellevue, Washington, the organization operates worldwide with a workforce of over 19,000 employees.
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