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Job Title : Production Planning Analyst
Location : San Jose, CA
Contract Term : 12 Months
Client : Medical Device Company
Employment Type : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens Or GC Holders Only)
Work hours : 8am to 5pm
Onsite
Prefer SAP knowledge, Production Planning experience
Job Summary
Responsible for executing the production plan through timely production scheduling, coordination and effective utilization of available resources. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, more detailed instructions on new assignments.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Represent San Jose Reagent Production Planning in the BDB IVDR Operations sub-team. Work closely with BDB Supply Planning and San Jose Reagent Manufacturing to plan, schedule, stage materials and release products at the version level per the IVDR program timeline, successfully, and in a manner consistent with organizational goals, department policies, established processes and / or the standard terms and conditions. Develop, execute, monitor the detailed (day-to-day activities) schedule and report status, including potential delays. Develop effective action plans for resolution.
2. Reviews MRP and ensures timely and accurate planning / scheduling of product to support the plan. Develops and monitors detailed, achievable production schedules. Maintains accuracy of scheduling system from initial input of work order data through on-going maintenance, to completion and closure.
3. Proposes modification to planning guidelines as needed to provide for minimum inventory investment consistent with production objectives and constraints imposed by the manufacturing process.
4. Recommends process improvements to Planning process / system that are not in-line with the current requirements of OPS. Able to lead a Planning process improvement team with guidance.
5. Initiates action plans to prevent occurrence of problems which may delay timely planning and follows up on their completion.
6. Maintains accuracy of assigned data fields in material planning system
7. Keeps abreast of the basic requirements for compliance in own area of work and complies with those requirements. Participates as required in training on regulatory issues affecting own area of work. Brings regulatory compliance questions / issues to the attention of management.
8. Promotes a safe work environment. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified. Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
9. Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
Knowledge and Skills
- A Thorough knowledge of operational logic and use of MRP, inventory control, production scheduling, and capacity planning. Knowledge should be equivalent to attainment of APICS certification.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate activities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to respond to changes quickly and effectively
- Effective organization and planning skills
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, communication skills, verbal and written
- Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures.
- Basic math skills
- Intermediate Excel skills, Basic Word skills
- SAP expertise using MRP and scheduling Work orders
Education and Experience
