What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at NutraBio Labs, Inc.?
Company Description
At NutraBio Labs, Inc., our mission is to enhance the quality of life by providing nutrition products grounded in the latest science and health research. Established in 1996, we produce over 300 supplements in our FDA registered and inspected cGMP facility in America. Known for our "no compromise" commitment, we ensure the purest, cleanest, and most effective supplements on the market. Our sports nutrition line, trusted by fitness enthusiasts and top athletes alike, sets new industry standards for quality, transparency, and efficacy.
Role Description
The Production Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure efficient manufacturing operations, on-time order fulfillment, and alignment with business demand. This role serves as a key link between Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams, supporting S&OP processes and helping implement structured planning tools, including MRP systems, within a cGMP-regulated dietary supplement environment.
Qualifications
· Develop and maintain detailed production plans & schedules for pharmacy, blending, encapsulation, and packaging operations
· Lead and participate in SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) meetings
· Translate demand forecasts into executable production plans
· Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure raw materials and components are available to support production schedules
· Work closely with Warehouse to align inventory levels with production needs
· Support upstream planning activities to prevent material shortages or production delays
· Assist with implementation, maintenance, and optimization of MRP and planning systems
· Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans based on operational constraints
· Communicate schedule changes clearly to cross-functional teams
· Support continuous improvement of planning tools, reports, and processes
Qualification
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred
Experience: 2–5 years of production scheduling, planning, or supply chain experience preferred
Skills:
· Strong understanding of production planning and scheduling principles
Familiarity with planning tools, MRP systems, and ERP platforms
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and scheduling tools
· Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
· Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
· Bilingual preferred (Spanish & English)
Success Metrics
· On-time execution of production schedules
· Reduced production delays due to material shortages
· Improved alignment between demand, inventory, and production
· Successful adoption and use of planning and MRP tools
This position will be onsite.