Planning & Parts Coordinator

Planning & Parts Coordinator Crucial MRO | Component Repair & Maintenance Facility – MDH, Murphysboro, IL   Position Overview The Planning & Parts Coordinator supports daily component repair and maintenance operations by coordinating parts purchasing, work order preparation, material tracking, inventory, and repair planning. This role helps ensure components, materials, and required documentation are available to keep shop operations running efficiently. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while communicating with vendors, customers, and internal teams.   Key Responsibilities - Repair Planning & Work Orders: Coordinate incoming components, prepare and maintain work orders, track repair status, and work with technicians and inspectors to identify parts and material needs. Monitor open repairs and help prevent delays. - Parts Purchasing & Supply Management: Order aircraft parts, repair materials, and shop consumables. Request quotes, compare pricing, track purchase orders and shipments, follow up on backorders, and coordinate customer-furnished materials. - Inventory & Material Tracking: Maintain inventory records, monitor stock levels, track components throughout the repair process, and assist with receiving, storage, shipping, and material traceability. - Documentation & Compliance Support: Organize work orders, receiving records, applicable FAA Form 8130-3 documentation, and material certifications. Monitor shelf-life reports, conduct monthly flammable-material cabinet checks, and maintain inspection records. - Facility & Operational Support: Coordinate monthly facility and safety inspections, including fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, and first aid kits. Maintain tracking spreadsheets, communicate repair or supply delays, and assist management with improving shop efficiency.   Minimum Requirements - Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. - Ability to read and write English and maintain accurate records. - Ability to frequently stand, walk, climb, bend, balance, crawl, and lift or carry up to 50 pounds. - Ability to work around moving mechanical parts, chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, loud noises, and varying indoor and outdoor temperatures. - Visual ability to read technical information and operate equipment. - Must pass required airport security background checks and travel as needed.   Compensation & Benefits - Pay: $22.00–$26.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. - Medical, dental, and vision insurance. - Paid time off and applicable paid holidays. - 401(k) retirement plan. - Additional company benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer Crucial MRO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status.