STAFF PRODUCTION PLANNER

Staff Production Planner in Lodi, California At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting. The Staff Production Planner is responsible for execution of production/supply plans that take into account forecasts, availability of material, and manufacturing capacity. This role involves identifying and maintaining the appropriate planning parameters in ERP systems and APS to optimize subassembly production and semi-finished goods supply plans. Responsibilities also include providing materials to manufacturing areas based on planned production schedules and supporting NPD and other cross-functional teams as required. This position is part of the Global Supply Chain group and will be located in Lodi, CA. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Execute Master Production Schedules relative to shelf life, inventory guidelines, and requirements to achieve balanced factory optimization schedules with cross-functional teams to ensure customer demands (on time and in full delivery), NPD, and factory utilization targets are met. Maintain Master Data in SAP and APS parameters in Blue Yonder to help ensure accurate planned output for execution. Provide analyses around the connection between different nodes of the supply chain, capacity utilization, and what-if scenarios on procurement vs manufacturing yield rates vs capacity available, using judgment to assess options. Resolve material shortages, backlogs, and other potential schedule interruptions, while recognizing and communicating opportunities for cost savings, cross-qualifications, and process improvements. Participate in daily management meetings as well as DBS events to ensure continuous improvement. The essential requirements of the job include: Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of related work experience (degree or coursework in Ops/Analytics) OR Master’s degree in field with 6+ years of related work experience OR Doctoral degree in field with 3+ years of work experience. It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: APICS certification SQL, APS, and Visio MES (Manufacturing Execution System), and APS (Advanced Planning System) Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. The salary range for this role is $106,400 – $146,200. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. For more information, visit .... Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ... to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr