Master Scheduler/Planner II

NOVA Biomedical GmbH; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible work arrangements

401k company match

Bonus program

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Nova Biomedical Corporation in Massachusetts is seeking a Master Scheduler/Planner to develop and maintain production schedules and inventory levels for finished goods and sub-assemblies. You will work cross-functionally with Operations, Order Service, Supply Chain, Engineering and Technical Service to meet customer and internal requirements.

The role emphasizes analyzing forecasts, planning weekly workloads, communicating needs to departments, leading scheduling meetings, and driving continuous

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Master Scheduling/ Production Planning in a Manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze forecasts and monitor demand history to determine production requirements and capabilities using long range capacity models, and identifying bottlenecks in the manufacturing of finished goods
• Plan, schedule and release weekly workload for each assigned department and operation according to established manufacturing routing and lead times.
• Communicate production requirements to assigned departments.
• Lead weekly production scheduling meetings with cross functional team members
• Collaborate with team members and/or department managers to resolve constraints or delays of assigned products or components.
• Revise production schedules when required due to sales order changes, material shortages, and capacity constraints while collaborating with plant management personnel.
• Leads and participate in problem solving events and continuous improvements projects to improve process effectiveness, efficiency and performance.
• Communicates updated product availability information to Sales and other stakeholder groups.
• Assumes lead role in supply chain management activities for new product development.

Job description

Career Opportunities with Nova Biomedical Corporation

Nova Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Assertive Action in hiring and promoting women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Job Summary:

The Master Scheduler/Planner develops, manages and maintains production schedules and inventory levels for all Finished Good and Sub-assembly products under their control to ensure that both customer and internal requirements are met. The Master Scheduler/Planner works cross-functionally throughout the organization both within Operations and other key functions such as Order Service, Supply Chain, Engineering and Technical Service.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze forecasts and monitor demand history to determine production requirements and capabilities using long range capacity models, and identifying bottlenecks in the manufacturing of finished goods
• supply.
• Plan, schedule and release weekly workload for each assigned department and operation according to established manufacturing routing and lead times.
• Communicate production requirements to assigned departments.
• Lead weekly production scheduling meetings with cross functional team members
• Collaborate with team members and/or department managers to resolve constraints or delays of assigned products or components.
• Revise production schedules when required due to sales order changes, material shortages, and capacity constraints while collaborating with plant management personnel.
• Leads and participate in problem solving events and continuous improvements projects to improve process effectiveness, efficiency and performance.
• Communicates updated product availability information to Sales and other stakeholder groups.
• Assumes lead role in supply chain management activities for new product development.

Experience Requirements:

2-5 years of Master Scheduling/ Production Planning in a Manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Alternating between standing and sitting

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: Waltham MA

Targeted Salary Range: $86,000 to 88,000

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

About the company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.