Production Planner III

Overview

The Production Planner III role is for the Richmond Chemical Plant that produces process chromatography resins, liquid buffers, monomer solutions, oils, and other specialized life science products. The plant has over 3000 SKUs and complex batch production processes that run over multiple work centers in a single process order. The Production Planner is responsible for timely execution of MRP in the SAP environment, identifying and maintaining mid‑ and long‑term production plans that serve as the foundation for raw material, staffing, equipment, capital, and outsourcing plans.

Daily and weekly, the candidate establishes and maintains finite production schedules as required by MRP/ERP, maintains an optimal workflow for the production facility, monitors daily exceptions, analyzes data, and resolves routine and non‑routine issues. They analyze inventory movement and trends for optimum utilization, identify safety stocks, optimum batch size, process capacity and efficiency, manage dispositions of excess and obsolete materials, develop reports and tools to improve production workflow, and recommend improvements.

• On‑time and in‑full supply of product and services to Bio‑Rad customers.
• Manufacturing efficiency.
• Reduction of cost of goods, improved margin, and scrap mitigation.
• Quality of product and communication within the Global Supply Chain and to extended customers.
• Meeting critical KPIs of Manufacturing and Global Supply Chain.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Product Supply Management, or related discipline. APICS CPIM certification a plus.
• Work Experience:
  
  6+ years of related experience in planning and scheduling in a LEAN Manufacturing environment. Preference for candidates with experience planning batch‑managed processes in a Chemical Manufacturing Plant.
• In‑depth experience in production planning and detailed scheduling within an ERP system, with SAP experience highly desirable.
• Thorough understanding of Routings and Bills of Material and an understanding of cost components of applied Planning practices.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of the Microsoft Windows Office suite.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written format.
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and ability to anticipate issues. Experience with Continuous Improvement processes and/or projects is useful.

Bio‑Rad offers competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401(k) plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, an upgraded mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and more.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $94,100 to $129,400 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer and is based on factors such as geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job‑related factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of individual objectives and company performance.

For 70 years, Bio‑Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high‑quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio‑Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe.

Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

Bio‑Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Entity: () Bio‑Rad Laboratories, Inc.