The Production Planner / Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules that ensure on-time delivery to customers while optimizing manufacturing capacity, inventory levels, labor utilization, and material availability. This role works closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Procurement team to balance demand and supply while supporting operational efficiency and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer demand, forecast, inventory levels, and production capacity.
- Aligned with supply planner on the build plan and translate into executable manufacturing plans.
- Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address capacity constraints, material shortages, equipment downtime, or changing customer priorities.
- Ensure effective line loading and balanced utilization across manufacturing work centers.
Materials Management
- Coordinate with Procurement teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
- Review material shortages and develop recovery plans to minimize production disruptions.
- Maintain optimal Raw material inventory levels while reducing excess and obsolete inventory.
- Support inventory control and cycle count activities.
Capacity Planning
- Analyze manufacturing capacity, labor availability, and equipment utilization.
- Identify bottlenecks and recommend actions to improve throughput.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and production to optimize production flow and resource allocation.
- Support long-term capacity planning and demand growth requirements.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in:
- Industrial Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Administration
- Operations Management
- Related discipline
Experience
- 2 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
- Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, MES or equivalent.
Required Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
- Production planning and scheduling
- Capacity planning
- Inventory management
- MRP/ERP systems
- Data analysis and reporting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Analytical Skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Ability to analyze complex production and supply chain data
- Risk identification and mitigation planning
Interpersonal Skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: ManufacturingSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline
- 3-5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
- Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, MES, or equivalent
- Production planning and scheduling skills
- Capacity planning skills
- Inventory management skills
- Data analysis and reporting skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Ability to analyze complex production and supply chain data
- Risk identification and mitigation planning skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
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Retirement Support — The core U.S. package highlights a generous 401(k) match as a strength. Retirement programs are positioned as competitive within the company’s total rewards.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount provides accessible equity and augments total compensation. Ownership opportunities are presented as a notable advantage alongside retirement benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.
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