Production Planner

Medtronic

Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
Base: $67,200.00 - $100,800.00; bonus/equity: elig...
Onsite
Production planning and prioritization
Manage material consumption and inventory
Communicate supply health and plans
Medtronic is seeking a Production Planner for their Grand Rapids, Michigan campus to lead operations scheduling and collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in planning and master scheduling, preferably within a regulated environment

Job Summary

  • As a member of the Operations Scheduling team, you will collaborate with various departments—like Materials Planning, Supply Network Planning, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Master Data, and internal and external customers.
  • Key responsibilities include coordinating with external value streams to maintain proper supply and inventory levels and working with engineering and sourcing teams to support smooth manufacturing processes and effective communication.
  • Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values.

Matching Summary

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Medtronic is seeking a Production Planner for their Grand Rapids, Michigan campus to lead operations scheduling and collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in planning and master scheduling, preferably within a regulated environment.

Salary

Base: $67,200.00 - $100,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP); Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, LTD, Dependent Daycare FSA, Tuition Assistance, 401(k) with match, ESPP, EAP, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, Capital Accumulation Plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Production planning and prioritization
  • Manage material consumption and inventory
  • Communicate supply health and plans
  • SAP/MRP environment execution
  • Troubleshoot master production scheduling issues
  • Analyze and report on KPIs

Nice-to-have

  • Patient-centric mindset
  • Inclusive insights
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Negotiate towards positive outcomes
  • Detail-oriented with higher-level goals
  • Working knowledge of quality systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2 years relevant planning/master scheduling experience
  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP or Blue Yonder preferred)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong data analysis and quantitative skills
  • Excellent communication and team orientation
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of quality system requirements
  • Experience in a regulated environment
  • APICS and/or CPM Certification
  • Cost accounting understanding/experience
  • Understanding of contracts
  • Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt

Work Rights

Must possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization

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