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Production Planner III

Bio-Rad Laboratories
Richmond, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026
The Production Planner III role is for the Richmond Chemical Plant that produces process chromatography resins, liquid buffers, monomer solutions, oils, and other specialized life science products. The Richmond Chemical plant has over 3000 SKUs, and complex batch production processes that runs over multiple work centers in a single process order. The Production Planner is responsible for timely execution of MRP in SAP environment, will identify and maintain mid and long term production plans that serve as the foundation for raw material, staffing, equipment, capital, and outsourcing plans. Daily / Weekly the candidate establishes and maintains finite production schedules as required by MRP / ERP, maintains an optimal workflow for production facility, monitoring daily exceptions, analyzing data, and resolving routine and non-routine issues. Candidate analyzes inventory movement / trends for optimum utilization, identifies safety stocks, optimum batch size, process capacity & efficiency, analyzes and dispositions excess and obsolete materials, uses / develops reports and tools that could improve production workflow and generates data or runs standard materials reports, summarizes and communicates conclusions generated from these reports, and recommends improvements. Collaborates with cross-functional teams in global, mult-tiered matrix organization.

How You’ll Make An Impact

  • On Time and In-Full supply of product and services to Bio-Rad customers.
  • Manufacturing Efficiency.
  • Reduction to cost of goods/improved margin, as well as scrap mitigation.
  • Quality of product and communication within Global Supply Chain and to extended customers.
  • Meeting critical KPI’s of Manufacturing and Global Supply Chain.

What You Bring

  • Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Business, Product Supply Management or related discipline. APICS CPIM certification a plus.
  • Work Experience: 6 years related experience in planning and scheduling in a LEAN Manufacturing environment. Preference given to candidates with experience planning batch managed processes in a Chemical Manufacturing Plant
  • In depth experience production planning and detailed scheduling within an ERP system, with SAP experience highly desirable.
  • Thorough understanding of Routings and Bills of Material and an understanding of cost components of applied Planning practices.
  • Strong computer skills with working knowledge in Microsoft Windows Office suite
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written formats.
  • Strong attention to detail, thoroughness and ability to anticipate issues. Experience with Continuous Improvement processes and/or projects useful.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $94,100 to $129,400 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Legal Entity: (USA_1000)Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

Salary : $94,100 - $129,400

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