Production Planner Scheduler

ZipRecruiter; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical devices is seeking a Production Planner to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial in developing and monitoring production schedules to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products. As a key liaison between departments, you will distribute work orders, assess personnel requirements, and manage inventory levels. Your expertise in manufacturing documentation and planning will help streamline processes and resolve any production challenges. If you are passionate about optimizing production workflows and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor production schedules to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with departments to manage materials and staffing needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Planning Experience

Manufacturing Knowledge

Multi-tasking

Education

Two year technical degree

Four year college degree

Tools

Measuring Tools

Microscope

Job description

Job Title: Production Planner

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Date: October 25, 2021

Job Summary: Develop and monitor production schedules for manufacturing to ensure that production deadlines are met.

Essential Functions:

1. Distribute production schedules or work orders to departments.
2. Review documents, such as production schedules, work orders, or staffing tables, to determine personnel or materials requirements or material priorities.
3. Requisition and maintain inventories of materials or supplies necessary to meet production demands.
4. Arrange for delivery, assembly, or distribution of supplies or parts to expedite flow of materials and meet production schedules.
5. Confer with department supervisors or other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes.
6. Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, backlogs, or other interruptions, collaborating with management, marketing, sales, production, or engineering.
7. Confer with establishment personnel, vendors, or customers to coordinate production or shipping activities and to resolve complaints or eliminate delays.
8. Examine documents, materials, or products and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications.
9. Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, or quality control measures.
10. Calculate figures, such as required amounts of labor or materials, manufacturing costs, or wages, using pricing schedules, adding machines, calculators, or computers.
11. Compile information, such as production rates and progress, materials inventories, materials used, or customer information, so that status reports can be completed.
12. Compile and prepare documentation related to production sequences, transportation, personnel schedules, or purchase, maintenance, or repair orders.
13. Maintain files, such as maintenance records, bills of lading, or cost reports.
14. Contact suppliers to verify shipment details.
15. Plan production commitments or timetables for business units, specific programs, or jobs, using sales forecasts.
16. Establish and prepare product construction directions and locations and information on required tools, materials, equipment, numbers of workers needed, and cost projections.
17. Provide documentation and information to account for delays, difficulties, or changes to cost estimates.

Qualifications:

1. Two year technical degree or 4 year college degree.
2. Manufacturing experience desirable.
3. Training in QSR/ISO regulations desirable.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
5. Able to work with multiple departments and diverse individuals.
6. Must have minimum of 2 years planning experience.
7. Must have experience in and knowledge of manufacturing documentation, measuring tools, microscope, tooling qualifications, and process validation.
8. Must be able to create written production procedures.
9. Must be able to prioritize projects and multi-task.

Company Description: Medical devices.