Production Planner — Lean Manufacturing & Inventory Control

Hardy-Diagnostics; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hardy Diagnostics in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a full-time Production Planner I to join our headquarters team. The role coordinates production activities in our Manufacturing Department, supports LEAN initiatives, and ensures materials and batch records are ready for on-time manufacturing.

You will handle batch records, pick lists, and ERP movements, perform cycle counts, and report material issues. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• College coursework in biology, chemistry, and physics is preferred.
• Experience in FDA and/or ISO-regulated manufacturing facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates production activities within the Manufacturing Department.
• Completes batch records, jobs, and pick lists daily.
• Receives published jobs from APS and creates picklists and batch records.
• Maintains stock levels and monitors material availability.
• Coordinates weekly, monthly, and quarterly raw material cycle counts.
• Reports errors and resolves material issues to ensure inventory accuracy.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

ERP system usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in biology, chemistry, and physics

Job description

Hardy Diagnostics in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a full-time Production Planner I to join our headquarters team. The role coordinates production activities in our Manufacturing Department, supports LEAN initiatives, and ensures materials and batch records are ready for on-time manufacturing.

You will handle batch records, pick lists, and ERP movements, perform cycle counts, and report material issues. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and preferred