Value Stream Planner III

BioLegend, Inc. (a division of Revvity, Inc.) develops world-class, cutting-edge antibodies and reagents for biomedical research, manufactured in our state-of-the-art facility in San Diego, CA. Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by providing the highest quality products at outstanding value, along with superior customer service and technical support. Our product expertise covers a diverse range of research areas including Immunology, Neuroscience, Cancer, Stem cells, and Cell Biology.

Job Summary:

The Value Stream Planner III to work in a high volume, fast paced and growing Biotech Company. This individual will coordinate and expedite production according to demand and quality standards. This position will ensure that products are produced on time for distribution. Assist in planning projects that have special requirements and documentation. Applicants should be well versed in production procedures, planning organization, well organized, and results-driven with great problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are very useful for their role.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Create production orders and Follow-up for on time delivery to meet material requirements.

• Audit system stocking messages for: ABC Codes, Safety Stock, Reorder Points, Reorder Quantities, and Forecast demand signals

• Prioritize and Expedite Production Orders

• Review and schedule product replenishments to meet the master production schedule and satisfy manufacturing production targets.

• Proficiency with performing strategic inventory calculations to optimize production capacity and inventory levels.

• Work independently to review and manage assigned lab(s) production schedule/ plan for production including demand, capacity, and material availability.

• Mentor and provide guidance for planning team members to assist with growth and development.

• Monitor inventory levels in ERP system to ensure that inventories are well stocked and all products are updated.

• Review ERP Reorder messages and/or MRP suggestions and take appropriate actions

• Communicate timely responses to company departments/divisions in relation to; emails, ETA requests, scheduling, work order information requests.

• Review and recommend material for disposition(s) based on “Sell-by” dating and or “Expiration” dates.

• Coordinate cross functional production schedule across production departments and divisions.

• Create and release Work Orders based on demand, material availability and work center capacity.

• Report and communicate with Production, QC, Customer Service and Procurement groups to coordinate material and resource requirements for the production plan.

• Review ERP Reorder Point messages and/or MRP suggestions and take appropriate actions

• Optimize material stocking levels for sell-by and expiration dates and take appropriate actions (retest, extend, use up) to minimize obsolescence/scrap.

• Determine MRP system settings to support product inventory targets and strategies.

• Propose alternate activities to resolve production issues, bottlenecks and gaps between master schedule and production plan.

• Analyze, update and maintain complex spreadsheets. Generate reports and metrics.

• Create and maintain documentation (SOP’s, Forms, Checklists) to ensure all processes are documented

• Ensures compliance with company and department policies, procedures, checklists.

• Create, maintain and analyze KPI metrics for planning and manufacturing analysis.

• Track KPI metrics for reporting to planning team.

• Performs other duties as assigned/required.

• Manage special projects or responsibilities as may be required.

iACT Competencies:

• innovate – Be better, keep improving, be more efficient, creative, and be in the forefront of development
• Aspire – Have desire, purpose, and ambition challenging ourselves to push the limits and reach new heights
• Collaborate – Foster teamwork, common goals, selflessness, communication and mutual support
• Transform – Adapt, learn, re-invent and change for future development and growth

Basic Qualification:

• BA or HS diploma and 9 years' work experience in the areas of: Business Administration, Science, Operations Supply Chain or related field.
• 5 years’ Production Planning experience
• 3 years of experience in an ISO13485 environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior production planning experience utilizing ERP/MRP Systems
• Prior experience utilizing Microsoft Dynamics NAV
• Prior experience handling multiple product lines with high volume and high mix of SKU’s
• Ability to multi-task, work at a fast pace and handle a high-volume workload.
• Prior experience managing products with expiration dating
• Familiar with ISO or GMP regulatory compliance requirements
• Prior experience in life science, biotechnology industry or process manufacturing industry Understanding of Lean Six Sigma, JIT, Kanban concepts

Work Environment & Physical Demands - Office:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting. Occasional exposure to a laboratory and warehouse environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.

The pay range for this full-time position is a salary $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 USD Annually. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The pay offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.

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What do we offer?

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefits to our employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• Parental Benefits
• Compassionate Care Leave
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more about Revvity’s benefits by visiting our Bswift page. Log-In instructions are provided towards the bottom of the Bswift page.

For benefit-eligible roles only. Part-time and temporary roles may not be eligible for all benefits listed. Please reach out to your recruiter for more information.