Description: Identify/create/utilize long term planning tools Match the required level of production with existing resources Understand operational processes, pharmaceutical/med dev industry standards, and production limitations to ensure smooth execution and efficient changeover ERP system expereicne is required but not a specific system for now, moving to SAP in about a year Create tools to efficiently analyze equipment capacity, material availability, and personnel necessary to meet upcoming demands Provide regular reports and updates on production performance identifying risks, constraints, opportunities and results Own the production planning process while looking for continuous improvement opportunities to improve overall efficiency and performance Collaboration with Production Scheduler, Project Management, Materials Management, R&D, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Facilities teams Proficient use of proper scheduling tools like MS Project, Excel, and Word; Gantt charts, and companies ERP System Attend R&D project meetings as needed/requested to convey production equipment and employee availability that may impact R&D timing Work with Engineering and Facilities to understand long term equipment installations and modifications to prevent significant impacts on production Address ongoing changes to key manufacturing inputs and development project scope changes that impact the production schedule Elevate critical production planning information to upper management so financial implications can be quantified and addressed Top Skills Details: Planner, Production planning, ERP system, Supply chain, Sap, Schedule planning, Production scheduling, Planning scheduling, MS Project, Microsoft office, GMP, medical device, pharmaceutical, regulated environment, operations management, project management Additional Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field 3+ years of experience in production planning or scheduling, preferably in the pharmaceutical or contract manufacturing industry About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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