Production Scheduler I

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Job Title Production Scheduler I Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. Youll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This position works out of our Plano, TX location in the Neuromodulation Division. Our Neuromodulation business includes implantable devices compatible with mobile technology to help people who suffer from chronic pain and movement disorders. These non-opioid therapies allow us to provide interventional pain therapy to patients throughout the pain continuum. We are seeking an experienced, high-caliber Production Scheduler to join our Neuromodulation Global Supply Planning & Operations organization. Under general supervision, this role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and communicating manufacturing schedules that align production output with finished goods demand to ensure timely shipment to customers. The Production Scheduler creates and manages schedules that support the achievement of zero backorders, healthy inventory levels, consistent schedule attainment, and targeted lead times, while also contributing to key internal financial performance metrics. What You'll Work On Develops and provides a detailed scheduling plan, largely for subassemblies, which supports the top level approved build plans, assuring quantity and mix are clearly communicated to manufacturing and other manufacturing groups. Releases work orders in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and updates Kanban quantities to support build plans. Reviews forecast data, backorder reports, and commodity/purchasing updates, including early warning signs, to prioritize and expedite manufacturing jobs to prevent or clear backorders. Reviews and updates material master data on regular basis to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Manages safety stock in partnership with purchasing. Approves and creates rework or special work orders in the ERP system Review and updates outdated open jobs which require rescheduling or closing. Partner with purchasing and warehousing to minimize and dispose of slow moving, obsolete and expiring inventory. Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors. Required Qualifications Intermediate experience utilizing MRP and ERP systems Proficient in MS Office, strong Excel skills Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Ability to work onsite within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment. Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum 1 year of experience, preferred experience in planning, supply chain, and/or in a highly-regulated manufacturing environment. APICS or other planning related certification preferred. Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred. Apply Now Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $50,700.00 $101,300.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Supply Chain DIVISION: NM Neuromodulation LOCATION: United States > Texas > Plano : 6901 Preston Road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter