Pay Range: $40 to $45/Hour on W2
Shift Timing: 8AM-5PM EST – some flexibility
Position Summary
You will make an impact by serving as a critical link between demand, supply, and manufacturing execution. By developing achievable production plans, monitoring operational performance, and addressing supply risks before they disrupt the business, you will help ensure continuity of operations and customer satisfaction. Your collaboration across Production, Customer Service, QC, and QA, combined with your commitment to data integrity, compliance, and process improvement, will help drive stronger planning discipline and better business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Production Planning & Schedule Execution
Execute daily production planning activities in alignment with site and network objectives to support efficient manufacturing
Translate demand into detailed, executable production plans aligned with capacity and material availability
Review and act on ERP (MRP) messages, exceptions, and system recommendations to maintain accurate and achievable production schedules
Create and manage production and intercompany orders in line with business priorities
Partner with Production, Customer Services, QC, and QA to ensure effective execution of the production plan
2. Risk Management, Performance Monitoring & Operational Control
Monitor performance aProductst key metrics, including service level, schedule adherence, and inventory Clients, and take appropriate action
Participating in daily Tier meetings, providing updates, escalating risks, and driving timely resolution
Identify risks to supply and production schedules and implement mitigation plans
Maintain accurate root cause analysis for delays, shortages, and out-of-stock scenarios
Monitor material availability and shelf life, driving actions to minimize excess, obsolescence, and scrap
3. Compliance, Data Integrity & Continuous Improvement
Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, health & safety, and internal process requirements
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and operational performance
Maintain high standards of data accuracy within ERP systems
Qualification:
Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field
3 years of relevant experience in supply planning, production planning, scheduling, materials planning, or supply chain operations, preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
1. Technical & Systems Expertise
Experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain within a manufacturing or regulated environment
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (JD Edwards E1 preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications
Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies preferred
Experience implementing and enhancing digital supply chain tools, reporting systems, and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Demantra)
APICS (CPIM) certification, or willingness to work towards, is advantageous
2. Analytical & Execution Capabilities
Ability to translate demand into effective production plans within capacity and material constraints
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into decisions and action
Ability to manage multiple priorities with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize competing demands, and drive results in a fast-paced environment
3. Communication, Collaboration & Business Mindset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong communication and executive presentation skills
Ability to build collaborative relationships across cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to on-time, in-full delivery