What are the responsibilities and job description for the Capacity Planning Analyst I - SC position at Arthrex Manufacturing Inc?
Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for a Capacity Planning Analyst I for our Pendleton, SC facility. The individual in this position will, oversee the capacity planning function for multiple manufacturing facilities. The candidate must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business or closely related field. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.
Main Objective:
Oversee the capacity planning function for multiple manufacturing facilities. Coordinates in-sourcing activities as well as outsourcing activities with Master Scheduler and Supply Chain Department to ensure on time delivery of finished goods. Works closely with Product Management and Forecasting to minimize backorders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain SAP capacity measures to ensure alignment with production schedule
- Keeps abreast with changes affecting both supply and demand for products and materials
- Plans and forecasts for future manufacturing requirements, including changes to machines and labor
- Establishes appropriate inventory levels for components and finished goods
- Works with other departments, such as Supply Chain and International Demand Planning, to review forecast changes, suggest lot sizing, and inventory levels
- Monitors variations in forecast and inventory levels, and performs corrective actions as needed which would include in-sourcing and/or out-sourcing of components and finished goods
- Maintains service levels with minimum inventory
- Manages capacity planning for new product introductions
- Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering and shop floor to improve production efficiency
- Works closely with Master Scheduler to establish delivery sequences to departments according to job order priorities and anticipated availability of material
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Business or related field
- Ability to become APICS certified. Ability to negotiate with internal departments
Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:
Basic understanding of materials management systems
Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:
Advanced MS Excel, other related software, and SAP knowledge preferred
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Arthrex Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)