Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.
Summary of the role
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Master Production Planning:
- Develop and maintain a rolling 12-month Master Production Plan (MPP) aligned with demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and business priorities
- Incorporate considerations such as NBS ranking, labor availability, equipment capacity, and material constraints
- Identify risks to the revenue plan and proactively recommend mitigation strategies to leadership
- Continuously adjust plans based on changes in demand, supply constraints, or business priorities
Production Scheduling:
- Translate the master production plan into detailed weekly production schedules
- Communicate priorities to internal manufacturing teams and external processors
- Provide regular status updates on production performance, risks, and recovery plans
Inventory Management
- Establish and manage finished goods inventory targets, including safety stock levels by SKU/pack size
- Conduct regular supply-demand balancing to ensure alignment with business objectives
- Partner with Purchasing to align raw material inventory with the production plan
- Monitor and drive performance against inventory turns and working capital targets
Customer Delivery & Service (OTD)
- Confirm order fulfillment commitments based on capacity and material availability
- Adjust customer lead times as needed to reflect current operating conditions
- Drive performance toward On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Track actual performance against the Master Production Plan
- Identify gaps, root causes, and corrective actions
- Support monthly demand review and forecast alignment discussions
- Provide timely and accurate reporting of key supply chain metrics
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Finance, Purchasing, Warehouse, Engineering, and Operations to achieve business objectives
- Lead & support S&OP / Integrated Business Planning processes
- Present supply plan scenarios, risks, and recommendations to leadership
Systems & Data Management
- Maintain accurate master data in ERP and planning systems
- Develop subject matter expertise (SME-level) in planning tools
- Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and data quality
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
- APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM certification preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Master Scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing or assembly environment
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems; Advanced Planning Systems preferred
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Strong knowledge of supply chain planning processes (demand, supply, inventory)
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities
- Effective communication and stakeholder influence skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Interested?
If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.
About Nordson Medical
At Nordson MEDICAL, you don't have to be a doctor to help save lives. We are the global expert in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex medical devices and component technologies. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson MEDICAL is a global team that works to create components for life-saving medical devices. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson MEDICAL. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Master Scheduling in manufacturing or assembly environment
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems
- Advanced Planning Systems experience
- APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM certification
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Strong knowledge of supply chain planning processes (demand, supply, inventory)
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and stakeholder influence skills
- Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities
Nordson Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nordson Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Nordson Corporation.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) features automatic enrollment at 6%, a 50% match on up to 6% of pay, and an additional 3% company contribution for eligible U.S. employees even without employee contributions. Feedback suggests this retirement structure is above what many mid-size manufacturers offer.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays and a typical year-end shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s at many U.S. locations expand time off beyond standard PTO. Feedback suggests this shutdown is a distinctive work-life perk, though availability can vary by site or business unit.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Volunteer release time and a 3:1 charitable gift-matching program are offered alongside recognition programs, tuition assistance, and community initiatives. Feedback suggests these elements add value beyond core insurance and PTO.
Nordson Corporation Insights
What We Do
Nordson is a team of 7,300 global employees thriving in an environment where they are supported and encouraged to be their best. Working side by side, we build meaningful connections with each other and our customers. Together, we deliver products that are solutions, and they’re likely touching your life every day. Have you ever changed a diaper? Opened a box of cereal? Used a smart phone or driven a car? Then we’ve already met. At Nordson, we take pride in being an outstanding corporate citizen and strongly believe in sharing our success with the communities where our employees live and work. Whether you’re working in one of our labs, offices or manufacturing facilities, your efforts will enable our customers to succeed and our company to continuously improve and grow. We engineer, manufacture and market differentiated products and systems used for precision dispensing and processing in a variety of end markets, from packaging to transportation and medical to electronics. Founded in 1954, we operate under the values of integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy and excellence. Nordson is headquartered in the United States in Westlake, Ohio, and has direct operations in more than 30 countries to support our products and systems with application expertise and a direct global sales and service organization
