Manufacturing Planner/Scheduler II

Work Schedule

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Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division-Specific Information:

Austin, TX. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. 

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

Discover Impactful Work:

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Manufacturing Planner/Scheduler II and contribute to global healthcare and scientific advancement. You'll contribute to optimizing production planning and scheduling to ensure timely delivery of essential products that help make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll balance customer demands with manufacturing capabilities while maintaining optimal inventory levels and production efficiency. Your analytical skills and supply chain expertise will help drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing operations.

Keys to Success:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in manufacturing planning/scheduling, preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment required.
• APICS certifications (CPIM/CSCP) or similar supply chain certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proven data analysis skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with inventory management, capacity planning, and production scheduling.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong customer service orientation with a focus on meeting delivery commitments.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, lead times, and resource constraints.
• Ability to analyze complex data and generate actionable insights.
• Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings.
• Knowledge of GMP/FDA regulations preferred in pharmaceutical and medical device environments.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proven record of implementing process improvements and optimizing operations.

Benefits:

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!