Production Planner

GTT

  • Newark, DE
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Travel Required: NoPosition SummaryThe Production Planner is responsible for coordinating production schedules, inventory levels, and material requirements while supporting leadership through data-driven insights and automated reporting. The organization develops science-based solutions to detect, diagnose, and treat illnesses earlier, driven by talented employees and a commitment to meaningful impact.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNewark, DE

    Description

    Primary Job Title:
    Production Planner
    Alternate / Related Job Titles:
    Manufacturing Production Planner
    Supply Chain Production Planner
    Materials & Production Planner
    Production Planning Analyst
    Location & Onsite Flexibility:
    Newark, DE
    Onsite

    Contract Details
    Position Type: Contract
    Contract Duration: 12 months
    Start: As Soon As Possible
    Pay Rate: $70/hour
    Schedule: Standard business hours
    Overtime: As required
    Travel Required: No

    Position Summary
    The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating production schedules, inventory levels, and material requirements while supporting leadership through data-driven insights and automated reporting. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Planning, and Quality teams to translate operational and sales data into actionable outcomes.

    Key Responsibilities
    • Develop, maintain, and automate Power BI dashboards tracking production, inventory, and sales performance
    • Analyze operational and sales data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities
    • Create and automate advanced Excel reports using Pivot Tables, formulas, and lookup functions
    • Support leadership with KPI dashboards, automated reporting, and ad-hoc analysis
    • Partner with Manufacturing, Planning, and Quality teams to streamline data collection and reporting workflows
    • Analyze sales forecasts for assigned direct sales materials
    • Generate production schedules and raw material requirements
    • Release production work orders to Manufacturing
    • Analyze sales performance and establish Production and QC priorities
    • Maintain inventory levels to meet assigned targets
    • Participate in the transfer of new products from R&D to Manufacturing
    • Communicate work order status, inventory levels, and project updates to internal stakeholders
    • Maintain work center schedules and communicate capacity constraints
    • Provide guidance and training to junior Production Planners on new techniques and process changes
    • Ensure distribution inventory requirements are planned and shipped to correct locations
    • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies

    Required Qualifications
    • Working knowledge of MRP II and computerized inventory control systems
    • Extensive knowledge of material master data, BOMs, routings/recipes, and work centers
    • Knowledge of cost accounting fundamentals and labor reporting
    • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Power BI
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

    Preferred Qualifications
    • CPIM certification
    • Experience supporting manufacturing or regulated production environments

    Education & Experience
    • Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) typically required
    • 2–5 years of related production planning or supply chain experience

    Benefits
    • Medical Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan

    About the Company
    An innovative medical technology company focused on empowering healthier lives, with a strong emphasis on women’s health and well-being. The organization develops science-based solutions to detect, diagnose, and treat illnesses earlier, driven by talented employees and a commitment to meaningful impact.

    About GTT
    GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We proudly support inclusive workplaces and partner with Fortune 500 organizations across healthcare, life sciences, technology, financial services, utilities, and retail throughout the U.S. and Canada.

    Job Number: 26-01524
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