Job Title: Production Planner Job Description Monitor the progress of customer orders from initial receipt through production, packaging, and shipping phases. Maintain a daily/weekly and open flow of communication with related supervisors. Transform customer orders into Master Planning Schedule (MPS) and/or production plans. Ensure that inventory, raw materials, and other necessary resources required for completion of work orders are in stock and available in advance of production processing. Analyze the production plans for capacity and manpower, determining resources, constraints, and trends on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis. Work with Sales and Customer Service team to prioritize customers' and internal requests. Work with customers' supply chain people on long-range and short-range forecasting planning. Assist Customer Service team in handling customer requests by providing customers with prompt and effective problem resolution, and ensure that management is kept advised of customer-related issues/problems that may occur with orders. Coordinate and participate in production meetings; contribute to the planning and implementation of project goals and strategies; and assist with coordinating efforts between support departments. Support the development of Bill of Materials. Leverage supply chain system to streamline scheduling-related processes and improve efficiencies related to supply chain activities. Follow established department SOPs, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions. Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations. Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner. Perform other related job duties related to the job, as assigned by management. Responsibilities + Monitor the progress of customer orders from initial receipt through production, packaging, and shipping phases. + Maintain a daily/weekly and open flow of communication with related supervisors. + Transform customer orders into Master Planning Schedule (MPS) and/or production plans. + Ensure that inventory, raw materials, and other necessary resources required for completion of work orders are in stock and available in advance of production processing. + Analyze the production plans for capacity and manpower, determining resources, constraints, and trends on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis. + Work with Sales and Customer Service team to prioritize customer’s and internal requests. + Work with customer’s supply chain people on long-range and short-range forecasting planning. + Assist Customer Service team in handling customer requests by providing customers with prompt and effective problem resolution. + Ensure that management is kept advised of customer-related issues/problems that may occur with orders. + Coordinate and participate in production meetings; contribute to the planning and implementation of project goals and strategies. + Assist with coordinating efforts between support departments. + Support the development of Bill of Materials. + Leverage supply chain system to streamline scheduling-related processes and improve efficiencies related to supply chain activities. + Follow established department SOPs, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions. + Comply with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations. + Maintain a safe work environment and operate in a safe manner. + Perform other related job duties related to the job, as assigned by management. Essential Skills + Production planning + Supply chain + Excel proficiency + Manufacturing experience + Process improvement + Troubleshooting + Lean manufacturing + Experience in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or food manufacturing Additional Skills & Qualifications + High School Diploma or GED equivalent + 5 years of experience OR + BA/BS College Degree or applicable Business training in an accredited college/university a plus + 3+ years or more of planning experience in manufacturing + Experience in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or food industries is preferred + Experience in contract manufacturing environment is desired Work Environment Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:30 pm. Overtime and weekend work may be required depending on business needs. This is a salaried position. The office space is located near the production area. Dress code includes closed-toe, non-slip shoes, which are provided by the company. The role reports to the Supply Chain Manager and involves collaboration with multiple department planners, with a specific focus on softgel production. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.