Production Planner

Medtronic•Grand Rapids, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life At Medtronic we seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader — that’s why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients. We are currently seeking a Production Planner for our campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As a member of the Operations Scheduling team, you will collaborate with various departments—like Materials Planning, Supply Network Planning, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Master Data, and internal and external customers. Key responsibilities include coordinating with external value streams to maintain proper supply and inventory levels and working with engineering and sourcing teams to support smooth manufacturing processes and effective communication. In this exciting role you will support business execution of ongoing and new programs and initiatives that include production scheduling and material scheduling in support of internal customers.  Activities will focus on maintaining master production schedules, adherence to financial targets, new product launches, and supply health. You will monitor key performance indicators and coordinate with cross-functional work teams to meet business objectives.  Key stakeholders will include Operations, Sourcing, and Operations Scheduling team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 2 years of relevant planning/master scheduling experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 0 years relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Experience working with MRP/ERP systems (strong preference for SAP or Blue Yonder)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, etc.) or similar software.
Strong data analysis, data management, and quantitative skills
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), team orientation, and ability to negotiate towards positive outcomes.
Strong organizational skills and good understanding of team dynamics.
Must be detail-oriented, with ability to connect the detail to higher level goals.
Working knowledge of quality system requirements and good manufacturing practices.
Experience working in a regulated environment (i.e., medical device, pharmaceutical)
APICS and/or CPM Certification
Cost accounting understanding/experience
Understanding of contracts (supply, services, non-disclosures, etc.)
Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (or comparable training)

Responsibilities

Own shift-level production planning and prioritization , ensuring alignment to demand, capacity, and service commitments while driving performance against established KPIs.
Manage material consumption and inventory levels , balancing production requirements with inventory targets to minimize shortages, excess, and obsolescence.
Communicate supply health, production status, and operational plans to cross-functional stakeholders, proactively escalating risks and recommended actions.
Serve as the primary planning point of contact for the value stream , partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering to ensure execution readiness.
Execute production planning activities within an SAP/MRP environment , including maintaining master data accuracy to support effective planning and scheduling.
Troubleshoot and resolve master production scheduling and MRP issues , identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to protect supply continuity.
Lead and participate in tiered daily/weekly meetings , providing clear updates on material availability, production priorities, and constraint resolution.
Analyze and report on key planning and operations KPIs , translating data into actionable insights for operations leadership.
Present information clearly and effectively to both operational teams and leadership, supporting informed decision-making.

Benefits

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.