Materials Analyst

At Paslin we are all about engineering excellence, innovation and vertical manufacturing competence. Our commitment to quality and excellence is evident in every project we undertake. Our team is passionate about automation powered by innovation!

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Materials Analyst and play an essential role in supporting materials management, purchasing, scheduling, and production operations. In this position, you will collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive informed decision‑making and improve end‑to‑end supply chain performance. You will develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and performance metrics that provide meaningful visibility for the site’s supply chain team. The right candidate brings strong analytical and technical capabilities, an understanding of manufacturing and logistics processes, and the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights.

This onsite role is based at our Pontiac facility with a Monday–Thursday schedule from 6:00am to 4:30pm.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with operational and ERP data to support production readiness, inventory accuracy, and supply chain efficiency.
• Consolidate and analyze information from multiple sources, ensure data accuracy, and identify issues related to delivery schedules, lead times, and material availability.
• Investigate root causes behind delays or disruptions and present findings that help leadership make strategic and operational decisions
• Design and maintain data collection methods and reporting tools, including dashboards in Power BI and advanced Excel models, to track key performance indicators such as on‑time delivery, throughput, downtime, and inventory performance

Work location: Pontiac, MI

Work type: On-site at local Paslin locations.  Not available for remote work.

Work Environment: This position operates in a manufacturing site and office environment.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in business administration required. Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or related field preferred 
• 5+ years of materials management, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or project-based environment
• Proficient with MS Dynamics AX or other MRP/ERP systems, purchase order management, and inventory/material planning
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel (advanced proficiency preferred). 
• Ability to collaborate effectively across material control, production, and finance teams 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation abilities. 
• Strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills to manage multiple deadlines

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive pay and great benefits. Paslin offers a wide range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401k Match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Life Insurance.
• A chance to improve your skills and your career.  Paslin believes in investing in people and offers a variety of development programs with excellent opportunities for individual growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement.
• A supportive, collaborative team and a fun, engaging work environment.  Check out our company page on LinkedIn to learn more about our values and see how we give back to our community.

Paslin is an Equal Opportunity Employer: It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy and conditions related to pregnancy), color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, weight, height, religion, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, AIDS, HIV, misdemeanor arrest record (not resulting in a conviction), military veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Paslin utilizes a consumer reporting agency to obtain consumer reports as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.