5 Star Recruitment is hiring: Planner in Littleton

Planner

Littleton, Massachusetts, United States Or refer someone Job Openings Planner

About the Job Planner

This role is responsible for capacity, material, and production planning to ensure timely delivery of products.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and monitor weekly production schedules and planning metrics.
• Coordinate machine, personnel, and material resources to meet delivery commitments.
• Prioritize and schedule projects based on capacity, materials, and labor availability.
• Communicate forecasted changes and potential impacts on production and staffing needs.
• Analyze capacity data and take proactive steps to mitigate or expedite schedule changes.
• Coordinate release of materials and products based on project timelines.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure material readiness and production alignment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize planning and scheduling processes.
• Complete additional assignments as directed by management.

MUST HAVES:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent working experience
• Experience in medical devices in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in production planning, materials coordination, supply chain, or inventory control.