Planner/Scheduler

Job Description Summary
Plans and schedules daily production of items manufactured in the Broken Bow Plant including finished goods, subassemblies for both Broken Bow and outside plants and raw materials to support the Plant performance commitments by volume and mix.
Job Description
We are the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Prepares plans and initiates the daily production schedules of finished goods.
• Plans raw materials to ensure that required parts are planned for purchase to meet the production schedule and monitors deliveries including expediting and delaying deliveries as required.
• Creates production orders for all subassemblies and finished goods as required to meet the plant's shipping schedule.
• Reviews change orders received from Division for issues (capacity, material availability, etc.) and recommends approval or denial of change orders to the Planning & Scheduling Facilitator.
• Reviews material availability to schedule and notifies Purchasing and Production of anticipated shortages so the material can be expedited, if possible. Outlines a plan of action necessary to prevent shutdowns if shortages occur and presents them to Production Scheduling Team.
• Expedites manufacturing orders for component parts as required to meet the finished goods schedule and achieve maximum Plant performance to schedule.
• Monitors and follows up work-in-process in manufacturing departments to make sure work is moving according to schedule.
• Works with Division planners, Production, and others to ensure that the appropriate finished goods items are being made to prevent/reduce items on backorder.
• Plans and schedules all F.W.O.'s to get them running with the least interruption to normal production as possible.
• Maintain material parameters in conjunction with Purchasing and Master Data to facilitate the needs of the production schedule (safety stock, lot size etc. and other SAP data).

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Other responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Complies with, and responsible for enforcing, all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies/procedures.
• Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles. Ensures compliance through appropriate communication, training, and education of sound Quality Assurance principles. Responsible for the activities and programs as defined for this position in the Quality Systems Manual - BD Broken Bow.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Observes all safety, environmental and quality system standards.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a minimum of a B.S. Degree or equivalent.
• APICS certification preferred.

Preferred Experience

• One to three years' experience in production scheduling and inventory control preferred.
• Familiar with manufacturing, capacity analysis, inventory control, and data processing required.
• Must have a working knowledge of MRP.
• Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge and Skills:
Mental Requirements

• Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasion and interpersonal skills.

Equipment Use

• Ability to manually operate a computer with a standard keyboard, a calculator, and the telephone system required.

Physical Demands: (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Level 2

• Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, or negligible constantly. Walking or standing to a significant degree or sitting constantly and pushing/pulling controls.

Work Environment: (if applicable)
Working Conditions

• The position is subject to inside environmental conditions typically associated with an office environment.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.
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Primary Work Location
USA NE - Broken Bow
Additional Locations
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