Job Description
Job DescriptionPlanner 1 – Nashoba Valley Area
Position Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Planner to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for the end-to-end planning of production, materials, and capacity to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of our products. You will be a key link between our operations, supply chain, and engineering teams, ensuring resources and production capacity are aligned with customer demand. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, a focus on continuous improvement, and the ability to drive on-time delivery and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain production schedules for machinery, personnel, and materials, including raw materials and outside services, based on available resources and capacity.
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Monitor and analyze capacity data, anticipating and mitigating potential constraints to maintain an efficient workflow.
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Coordinate material and product releases in line with project timelines and production schedules.
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Work cross-functionally to ensure the availability of all necessary resources and materials to meet production requirements.
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Create and maintain weekly scheduling metrics to track and report on performance.
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Proactively communicate forecasted changes and their potential impact on labor requirements to management.
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Prioritize and manage production projects to meet strict deadlines.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing planning processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of planning experience in a manufacturing setting.
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5-7 years of demonstrated experience with ERP/MRP systems.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Project, and Excel.
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Proven ability to make critical decisions and solve problems in a dynamic, high-priority environment.
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Strong ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams.
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Exceptional multitasking and problem-solving skills.
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Experience in the medical device or a highly regulated industry is preferred.
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