<p>Position Summary</p> <p>Analyze, plan and prepare production schedules for manufactured products within the production facility to meet customer demand. Create and maintain line/capacity analysis and daily production line schedules. Implement continuous improvement projects to improve efficiency and reduce waste.</p> <p>Essential Duties & Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Draw up production schedules to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts and/or customer orders. </li><li>Analyze production specifications and plant capacity data to determine the balance between plant output commitments and available capacity/headcount. </li><li>Gather performance data and assess performance according to production schedules. Monitor manufacturing output/performance on a daily basis to ensure schedule adherence, challenging and understanding when performance differs from the plan. </li><li>Review schedule daily to adjust for changes in customer requirements, delays in raw material delivery, and availability of production equipment and staffing. </li><li>Review system for supply/demand changes/spikes and adjust plans as needed. </li><li>Prepare and present reports that evaluate plant capacity and identify areas where improvements can be implemented. Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis to facilitate decision making. </li><li>Participate in planning meetings, clearly communicating production schedule, priorities, and backorders. Work with upstream planning teams to prioritize production when capacity or part constraints exist. </li><li>Plan, schedule and communicate production according to established manufacturing sequences and lead times. </li><li>Expedite and alter production schedules to meet unforeseen conditions. Assist in the root cause analysis for work order problems and issues with production. </li><li>Supports department team members to deliver mutually successful programs and initiatives. </li><li>Communicate and correlate with other departments as necessary to support production and inventory goals. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge & Skills</p> <ul> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. </li><li>Injection molding expertise is required. </li><li>Knowledge of buying/purchasing desired. </li><li>Ability to interpret data pertinent to all facets of production and provide cohesive analysis of the factors impacting the facility. </li><li>Must have experience with ERP systems; Oracle strongly preferred. </li><li>Proficiency in MS Office products such as Excel, Word and Outlook. Advanced Excel skills required. </li><li>Effective oral and written communication skills to communicate with all levels within the organization. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience</p> <ul> <li>Must be at least 18 years of age. </li><li>Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university. </li><li>3+ years of experience in a relevant supply chain role. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <ul> <li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. </li><li>This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. </li><li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time. </li><li>Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 25 pounds. </li><li>Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time. </li></ul> <p>ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges.</p> <p>With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.</p> <p>We're ready to bring you consistent quality, innovation, and value in more areas than ever. Our focus allows us to bring you:</p> <ul> <li>Dedicated and non-dedicated IV sets and needlefree connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization. </li><li>The industry's broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs. </li><li>IV medication safety software providing full IV-EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company. </li><li>Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities. </li></ul> <p>ICU Medical EEO Statement:</p> <p>ICU Medical is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status.</p> <p>If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.</p> <p>ICU Medical EEO Policy Statement</p> <p>OFCCP Equal Opportunity Posters</p> <ul> <li>"Know Your Rights" Poster </li><li>Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision </li></ul> <p>ICU Medical CCPA Notice to Job Applicants</p>