Production Planner in Manchester

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview:
Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.

Position Overview:
We’re looking for a detail-driven Production Planner to manage and optimize the manufacturing schedule of high-precision medical devices. This role is critical in ensuring product availability while maintaining regulatory compliance and rigorous quality standards. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to align production goals with customer demand, inventory targets, and operational capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Create and adjust daily, weekly, and long-term production plans for medical device assembly and packaging
• Coordinate with supply chain, quality assurance, and engineering to ensure timely material availability and readiness
• Manage scheduling in compliance with FDA regulations and ISO 13485 standards
• Monitor and analyze capacity, lead times, and productivity to identify constraints and propose improvements
• Create and manage work orders to ensure on time delivery of orders.
• Collaborate with the Quality and Regulatory teams on deviation reports and corrective actions related to production planning
• Provide production forecasting to support new product launches and product lifecycle management

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in production planning within a medical device or highly regulated industry
• Familiarity with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork ability
• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)
• Experience working with sterilization, cleanroom environments, or Class I/II/III medical devices
• Background in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma initiatives

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.

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