Production Planner

Company Overview:Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.Position Overview:We're looking for a detail-driven Production Planner to manage and optimize the manufacturing schedule of high-precision medical devices. This role is critical in ensuring product availability while maintaining regulatory compliance and rigorous quality standards. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to align production goals with customer demand, inventory targets, and operational capabilities.Responsibilities:Create and adjust daily, weekly, and long-term production plans for medical device assembly and packagingCoordinate with supply chain, quality assurance, and engineering to ensure timely material availability and readinessManage scheduling in compliance with FDA regulations and ISO 13485 standardsMonitor and analyze capacity, lead times, and productivity to identify constraints and propose improvementsCreate and manage work orders to ensure on time delivery of orders.Collaborate with the Quality and Regulatory teams on deviation reports and corrective actions related to production planningProvide production forecasting to support new product launches and product lifecycle managementQualifications and Skills:Experience in production planning within a medical device or highly regulated industryFamiliarity with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skillsStrong analytical skills with keen attention to detailExcellent communication and teamwork abilityAPICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)Experience working with sterilization, cleanroom environments, or Class I/II/III medical devicesBackground in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma initiativesEducation:Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.