Production Planner II

As the Production Planner II you will maintain optimal workflow for the Production facility through short term finite scheduling, monitoring daily exceptions, analyzing data and resolving routine issues and work in our Bio-Rad Portland, Maine site. 

As a Bio-Rad Planner, you will establish and maintain Production schedules as required by ERP system and/or manual Kanban with input from production, purchasing, quality control and marketing.  Generate data and run standard reports, summarize and communicate conclusions and make scheduling recommendations. Receive production schedule messages from production personnel and resolve or redirect issues and manage Master Data Governance (MDG) and/or work as the SAP Data Custodian.

How You'll Make An Impact:

• Review/Optimize plant safety stocks to ensure OTIF goal of 95% is achieved.
• Work with MDG team to update BOM/Routes to reflect current practices.
• Create a Kanban/work flow system to ensure no raw material shortages occur in manufacturing.

What You Bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Product Supply Management or related discipline.
• APICS CPIM certification a plus
• 3-5 years Planning and Scheduling in a LEAN Manufacturing environment.
• Experienced working with an ERP system.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge in Microsoft Windows Office suite and thorough understanding of Routings and Bills of Material.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. 

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $66,200 to $99,100 at the time of posting.  Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance. 

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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