Production and Industrial - Manufacturing Planner & Scheduler II

Job Description : Position Summary

The Manufacturing Planner / Scheduler II will be responsible for planning and scheduling all aspect of production. The position will require to lead planning assignment and analysis of data to resolve most cost effective and optimal production schedule that Manufacturing can successfully execute.

Planners at this level can lead projects and make decision with minimum supervision. Individual will drive continuously process improvement to improve key metrics such as OTIF, Backorder, Schedule Attainment, & Utilization.

Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are a must.

Key Responsibilities, include but not limited to the following :

Responsible for key performance indicators such as on-time delivery, maintaining Safety Stock levels of products and internal raw material shortages levels.

Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects.

Assists with timely and accurate planning of material requirements to support MPS (Master Production Schedule).

Plans, schedules, and monitors movement of materials through production cycle for on time delivery.

Assists with the coordination of new product introductions as assigned.

Provide input to management to reschedule in case of design changes, labor and material shortages, backlogs, and other potential schedule interruptions

Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously by either facilitate or lead with minimum supervision.

Creative problem-solving skills to collect relevant information to solve less well- defined planning problems.

Be able to identify goals, review and update Supervisor throughout the year and complete the PMD.

Implement material master changes, product structures, BOMs and Router into production process as the need arises.

Recalculate orders and requirements as needed by analyzing trends in demand, changes in lead time, minimum order quantities, standard batch sizes and safety stock levels.

Follow up on open orders and partial shipments, expedite as required.

Partner effectively with external departments to resolve issues.

Identify and proactively communicate inventory stock level risks to Marketing and present during SIOP meeting.

Analyze root causes of stock outs and work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive measures.

Proven knowledge of ISO / FDA, GMP, ISO Regulations and other regulatory requirements for diagnostics manufacturing.

Control all documentation relative to the operations planning function. Such documentation includes but is not limited to, backlog reports, lead-time analysis, shop floor orders (including rework orders), delivery performance, daily production status, pull from stock sheet, lead-time maintenance, shortage reports, and close production order reports.

Handle replenishment levels for applicable safety stocking programs.

Key areas also include capacity requirements evaluation, constant monitoring of production readiness and materials availability, continuous improvement of responsible areas and support activities related to PR system maintenance to ensure MRP update.

Responsible for understanding and implementing relevant company / department policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in a business, supply chain, data scientists or equivalent relevant experience can be considered.
• At least years of experience in planning and scheduling or related experience.
• Must have knowledge in ERP System (SAP).
• Recognize problems, analyze, recommend solutions, and drives continuous improvements to completion.
• Excellent knowledge of production planning. Detail oriented, creative, robust analytical skills, strong organization and time management skills.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, site, and regulatory policies, practices, and guidelines.
• Project management, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to react appropriately to changing priorities and impending deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO / FDA, GMP, ISO Regulations and other regulatory requirements for diagnostics manufacturing.

OSHA safety compliance required

• Demonstrates the Thermo Fisher values Integrity, Intensity, Involvement and Innovation (The Four I’s)
• Highly responsive to internal and external customers.
• High degree of experience and capability in working with all levels of the organization to achieve requirements.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate to implement improvements / cost savings on time.

Preferred Qualifications :

APICS certified in Planning & Inventory Management preferable with medical device manufacturer experience a plus.

Six Sigma Certification a plus.

Comments for Suppliers : Looking for proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems

Need proficiency in problem solving and data analysis

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