Production Planner

Merrimack ManufacturingManchester, NH

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Job Description

Company 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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