Manufacturing Planner

West Hills, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment chemicals supplies and services essential in healthcare scientific research safety and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. Our clients global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies convenient procurement options and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands.

Position: Manufacturing Planner & Scheduler III
Location: West Hills CA Roscoe Blvd
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite

Summary

The Manufacturing Planner & Scheduler III is responsible for planning scheduling and optimizing production activities to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.
This role involves complex data analysis to create cost-effective production schedules support new product introductions and drive continuous improvement in key performance metrics such as OTIF backorders and schedule attainment.
The position requires strong cross-functional collaboration and expertise in ERP systems and supply chain planning.

Responsibilities

Plan schedule and coordinate production workflows across multiple product lines.
Analyze data to develop optimal and cost-effective production schedules.
Ensure key performance indicators such as on-time delivery safety stock levels and material shortages are met.
Determine manpower equipment and raw material requirements to meet production demand.
Monitor production progress and address issues to minimize disruptions.
Maintain and update MRP master data including lead times lot sizes and safety stock levels.
Implement changes to material master data BOMs and routing as required.
Analyze demand trends and adjust production requirements accordingly.
Follow up on open orders partial shipments and expedite as needed.
Prepare and present production status and performance reports.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Demand Planning Customer Service R&D QA/QC Marketing Manufacturing and Logistics.
Identify inventory risks and communicate them during SIOP meetings.
Support new product launches transfers and specification changes.
Analyze root causes of stock-outs and implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with ISO FDA and GMP regulations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
Support PFEP (Plan for Every Part) and material planning processes.
Maintain documentation related to planning backlog production status and inventory.
Communicate proactively with operations and purchasing teams to manage shortages and production priorities.

Required Skills

Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Data Science or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning and scheduling within Life Sciences (Pharma Biotech Diagnostics preferred).
Strong experience with SIOP (Sales Inventory & Operations Planning) processes.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP required).
Strong knowledge of inventory management backorder mitigation and demand planning.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong project management skills.
Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of quality control principles and regulatory requirements (ISO FDA GMP).

Preferred Skills

APICS Certification in Planning & Inventory Management.
Six Sigma Certification.
Experience in medical device or diagnostics manufacturing.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with PFEP and advanced supply chain optimization techniques.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supp...

Overview:

Position: Manufacturing Planner & Scheduler III
Location: West Hills CA Roscoe Blvd
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite

Summary

The Manufacturing Planner & Scheduler III is responsible for planning scheduling and optimizing production activities to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.
This role involves complex data analysis to create cost-effective production schedules support new product introductions and drive continuous improvement in key performance metrics such as OTIF backorders and schedule attainment.
The position requires strong cross-functional collaboration and expertise in ERP systems and supply chain planning.

Responsibilities

Plan schedule and coordinate production workflows across multiple product lines.
Analyze data to develop optimal and cost-effective production schedules.
Ensure key performance indicators such as on-time delivery safety stock levels and material shortages are met.
Determine manpower equipment and raw material requirements to meet production demand.
Monitor production progress and address issues to minimize disruptions.
Maintain and update MRP master data including lead times lot sizes and safety stock levels.
Implement changes to material master data BOMs and routing as required.
Analyze demand trends and adjust production requirements accordingly.
Follow up on open orders partial shipments and expedite as needed.
Prepare and present production status and performance reports.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Demand Planning Customer Service R&D QA/QC Marketing Manufacturing and Logistics.
Identify inventory risks and communicate them during SIOP meetings.
Support new product launches transfers and specification changes.
Analyze root causes of stock-outs and implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with ISO FDA and GMP regulations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
Support PFEP (Plan for Every Part) and material planning processes.
Maintain documentation related to planning backlog production status and inventory.
Communicate proactively with operations and purchasing teams to manage shortages and production priorities.

Required Skills

Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Data Science or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning and scheduling within Life Sciences (Pharma Biotech Diagnostics preferred).
Strong experience with SIOP (Sales Inventory & Operations Planning) processes.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP required).
Strong knowledge of inventory management backorder mitigation and demand planning.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong project management skills.
Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of quality control principles and regulatory requirements (ISO FDA GMP).