Planner

About the role

Develops and maintains the company production plan within a lean manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a production plan and inventory plan within a lean environment.
• Works closely with customers to meet production plans.
• Identifies capacity constraints and brings recommendations to management for resolution.
• Provides planning support to all new product introductions.
• Pursues continuous improvement in all activities.
• Assists in developing financial budgets.
• Provides information on plant metrics and performance.
• Routinely reviews performance against the existing production schedule and makes adjustments as needed.
• Responsible for addressing backorders with vendors and developing plans to recover.
• Maintains integrity of planning data within ERP system and conducts periodic reviews.
• Responsible for performance management, including selection, training, employee development, performance reviews, cross training, and disciplinary action.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Once competency is demonstrated, may be required to train others in similar roles.

Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field preferred.
• APICS certification preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous experience and knowledge of GMP within the medical device field preferred.

Skills

• Ability to independently solve problems and make recommendations.
• Proactive approach in completing tasks and projects.
• Leadership skills and ability to influence others.
• Skilled in dealing with all levels of staff, from production to management.
• Strong interpersonal and employee development skills.
• Ability to work and contribute in a team-oriented, continuous improvement manufacturing environment.
• Above average communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent follow-up skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks with minimal supervision and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Previous experience with an MRP system preferred.

Pay

Salary range: $70,000 – $100,000 USD (actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location).