Finite Scheduler

** We Are Teva*
* We're Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it's innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we're dedicated to addressing patients' needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

** Our Team, Your Impact*
* We are currently seeking an SAP/APO Finite Scheduler to join our team. This is a full-time opportunity, located in Edison, New Jersey **.*
* ** How You'll Spend Your Day*
* ** The tasks and responsibilities of the Finite Scheduler will include but are not limited to:*
* + Utilize the SAP/APO DS scheduling tool / RRP3 to maintain system dates

+ Develop, maintain and publish the detailed finite schedule in the DS scheduler tool using end to end sequencing

+ Ability to work with internal supervisors/managers and support departments to accurately schedule the business needs, with inputs/recommendations to be reflected in the finite schedule

+ Identify and elevate issues to the Master Scheduler or SC Manager that may impact the weekly commitments that cannot be resolved in this horizon

+ Convert firm planned orders into discrete process orders and utilize the ERP scheduling tool to ensure schedules within the 4-5 week horizon is realistic and achievable

+ Ensure jobs are issued with the proper documentation in line with the desired recipes and routing as defined within SAP

+ Load all jobs into the weekly (Ready to Execute) RTE file and distribute to pertinent departments

+ Lead weekly interdepartmental RTE call to ensure manufacturing/packaging readiness in the frozen horizon and beyond

+ Track RTE metrics, and highlight and manage RTE action items

+ Communicate material and document requirements to supporting departments to ensure priorities are established in other departments to support the MPS in the firm zones

+ Plan accordingly the required "planned" downtime due to Plant Maintenance (PM), Engineering and other requirements. Communicate the start dates to impacted departments

+ Lead weekly forward-looking draft reviews with the operations team to identify any challenges, improvements or execution issues that impact C+1 and beyond

+ Work with Production Coordinator to ensure the required production documents and materials are available and will be delivered within the requested timeframe

+ Support by attending the daily manufacturing shop floor meetings (Lean, Tier, Mon-Fri)

+ Publish Weekly schedule metrics including monthly projection plans, Work Centre utilization/execution, RTE readiness, risk factors, scheduled downtimes

+ Support the root cause/corrective actions of all underlying scheduling misses

+ Support the S&OP process by maintaining a detailed and capacity/materials-planned 3-month horizon

+ Manage the frozen/firm zone to ensure that the delivery of bulk adheres to market requirements/FG plan

+ Help direct the operations team with process improvement reviews/activities

+ Back up Sr. Finite Scheduler with such duties as:

+ Develop, issue and publish the detailed finite schedule in the ERP scheduler using end to end sequencing to ensure the release of Finished Goods

+ Manage the frozen/firm zone to ensure that the delivery of the bulk/finished goods are aligned with defined due dates

+ Establish achievable production schedules as specified in the routings and available head counts.

** Your Skills and Experience*
* ** Your experience and qualifications*
* + College Diploma or University degree in Science, Business, Engineering or Supply Chain

+ CPIM is preferred

+ 3+ years' experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical industry preferred).

+ Working knowledge of how to build finite schedules in Manufacturing, Packaging and supporting areas

+ Solid understanding of S&OP and GMP processes

+ Experience working in a production plant

+ ERP systems, MS Office package

** Salary Range*
* The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000 - $81,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting salary within this range and level of role may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

** How We'll Take Care of You*
* We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

+ Comprehensive Health Insurance:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.

+ Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.

+ Time Off:
Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time and holidays.

+ Life and Disability Protection:
Company paid Life and Disability insurance.

+ Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program,…