Job Title:  Planner

Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is a trusted partner in medical device manufacturing, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to final production. With expertise across various applications, we deliver high-precision components and complete products tailored to exceed customer expectations.

Job Summary

Develops and maintains the company production plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a production plan and inventory plan within lean environment.
• Works closely with customer to meet production plans.
• Identifies capacity constraints and brings recommendations to management for resolution.
• Provides planning support to all new product introductions.
• Pursues contentious improvement in all activities.
• Assists in developing financial budgets.
• Provide information on plant metrics and performance.
• Routinely review performance against the existing production schedule and makes adjustments as needed.
• Responsible for addressing backorders with vendors and developing plans to recover.
• Maintains integrity of planning data within ERP system and conducts periodic reviews.
• Responsible for performance management, including selection, training, employee development, performance reviews, cross training, and disciplinary action.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Once employee demonstrates competency in position, he/she may be required to train others in similar roles.

Education

• 4 Year Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field preferred.  APICS certification preferred. 

Experience

• 5-10 years
• Previous supervisory experience preferred. Previous experience and knowledge of GMP within the medical device field preferred. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to independently solve problems and make recommendations.
• Proactive approach in completing tasks and projects.
• Leadership skills and ability to influence others.
• Skilled in dealing with all levels of staff, production through management.
• Strong interpersonal and employee development skills.
• Ability to work and contribute in a team oriented, continuous improvement manufacturing environment.
• Above average communication skills required.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in written format.
• Strong project management skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Excellent follow-up skills required.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks with minimal supervision and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Previous experience with an MRP system preferred.