Production Planner

Production PlannerAs a Production Planner, you will be part of the Operations Scheduling team. You will collaborate with various departments, like Materials Planning, Supply Network Planning, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Master Data, and internal and external customers. Key responsibilities include coordinating with external value streams to maintain proper supply and inventory levels and working with engineering and sourcing teams to support smooth manufacturing processes and effective communication.At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness, putting patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We work onsite a minimum of four days per week to foster professional growth, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and engineer the extraordinary. This position will work onsite at our plant in Danvers, MA. Responsibilities include:Own shift-level production planning and prioritization, ensuring alignment to demand, capacity, and service commitments while driving performance against established KPIs.Manage material consumption and inventory levels, balancing production requirements with inventory targets to minimize shortages, excess, and obsolescence.Communicate supply health, production status, and operational plans to cross-functional stakeholders, proactively escalating risks and recommended actions.Serve as the primary planning point of contact for the value stream, partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering to ensure execution readiness.Execute production planning activities within an SAP/MRP environment, including maintaining master data accuracy to support effective planning and scheduling.Troubleshoot and resolve master production scheduling and MRP issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to protect supply continuity.Lead and participate in tiered daily/weekly meetings, providing clear updates on material availability, production priorities, and constraint resolution.Analyze and report on key planning and operations KPIs, translating data into actionable insights for operations leadership.Present information clearly and effectively to both operational teams and leadership, supporting informed decision-making.Must Have: Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degreeMinimum of 2 years of relevant planning/ scheduling experienceNice to HaveExperience working with MRP/ERP systems (strong preference for SAP or Blue Yonder)Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, etc.) or similar software.Strong data analysis, data management, and quantitative skillsExcellent communication skills (both oral and written), team orientation, and ability to negotiate towards positive outcomes.Strong organizational skills and good understanding of team dynamics.Must be detail-oriented, with ability to connect the detail to higher level goals.Working knowledge of quality system requirements and good manufacturing practices.Experience working in a regulated environment (i.e., medical device, pharmaceutical)APICS and/or CPM Certification Cost accounting understanding/experienceUnderstanding of contracts (supply, services, non-disclosures, etc.)Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (or comparable training)Please note: This position is NOT eligible for visa sponsorship.For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.?The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.U.S. Work Authorization & SponsorshipAt Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. 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PR) locations (USD):$67,200.00 - $100,800.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. 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