Manufacturing Planning Coordinator

ThermoFisher Scientific; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Planning Coordinator in Madison, WI to develop and maintain production schedules. You will collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Process Engineering, and Operations to ensure effective execution of plans and optimize production flow.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing planning, strong ERP and Excel skills, and the ability to analyze data and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in manufacturing planning, scheduling, or related role
• Preferred Fields of Study: Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in GMP or regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across functions
• Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a deadline-oriented environment
• Knowledge of inventory management and production planning principles
• Capability to work independently while supporting team objectives
• Physical requirements include ability to move throughout facility, lift up to 50lbs, and work at computer workstation

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules and coordinate with cross-functional teams
• Monitor capacity and performance metrics to optimize production flow
• Track work order statuses and resolve scheduling conflicts
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Process Engineering, and Operations teams

Skills

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Inventory planning

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Warehouse

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION

Join our team as a Sr Manufacturing Planning Coordinator at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to orchestrating manufacturing operations to enable scientific discoveries. You'll develop and maintain production schedules while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of manufacturing plans. This role offers opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement through process optimization and solutions.

Working closely with Quality, Supply Chain, Process Engineering, and Operations teams, you'll coordinate material requirements, track work order statuses, and resolve scheduling conflicts to maintain optimal production flow. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will be essential in monitoring capacity, analyzing performance metrics, and identifying opportunities for enhancement. This position provides exposure to advanced manufacturing processes while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Shift: First Shift, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., with flexibility and overtime as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of experience in manufacturing planning, scheduling, or related role
• Preferred Fields of Study: Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in GMP or regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across functions
• Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a deadline-oriented environment
• Knowledge of inventory management and production planning principles
• Capability to work independently while supporting team objectives
• Physical requirements include ability to move throughout facility, lift up to 50lbs, and work at computer workstation

Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.