Production Planner
Our client, a leading global consumer-centric medical device company is seeking a Production Planner. This is your chance to work with a global company with nearly 13,000 employees located in 30 countries.
Contract to hire
Essential Functions:
- Develop production schedule and manufacturing plan consistent with finish product demand, resource availability and inventory level objectives.
- Schedules the production of materials that meet the inventory requirements of the business.
- Review MRP and generate or release work orders to meet demand requirements and inventory plan.
- Identifies and acts on exceptions to demand or production schedule.
- Provides information to and coordinates with Buyers to aid in the scheduling of parts.
- Maintains open communication with Production Management to ensure manufacturing and inventory plans are clearly understood and fulfilled.
- Maintains accurate records and documentation for history and audit purposes.
- Prepares and publishes quarterly, monthly and/or weekly schedules as directed by management.
- Maintains updated procedures in support of Business System requirements.
- Performs additional duties and assignments as directed by management.
Qualifications:
- BS in Logistics, Business or related field.
- 3-5 years materials/logistics experience.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Access.
- APICS Certification preferred.