production Planner

Job Title

Provide daily support to the BD Sandy Machine Shop in a hybrid Production Planner / Master Scheduler and Supply Chain role.

Job Description

This position partners closely with the Senior Planner to coordinate production activities and ensure efficient workflow across the shop. Key responsibilities include work order creation, external processing (OSP) coordination, and managing pickups, deliveries, and finished part distribution. The role also supports Tool Crib operations, including cataloging and returning completed parts. Ideal candidates bring basic digital literacy, strong communication abilities, and a team-oriented demeanor, along with foundational knowledge of machining or metalworking practices. This role requires ownership and accountability to maintain smooth operations and meet production demands.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations in the BD Sandy Machine Shop in an onsite, AM shift (Monday–Friday) role.
• Assist with production planning activities, including work order creation, routing, and coordination across machine shop work centers.
• Maintain part flow by coordinating Tool Crib demand, raw material availability, and finished part distribution.
• Support supplier and off-site processing (OSP) activities, including pickups, deliveries, and vendor coordination.
• Learn and apply BD policies and procedures related to machine shop operations, tool crib interface, and supply chain processes.
• Develop working knowledge of machine shop processes, including material types, heat treating, and post-processing.
• Prioritize urgent work orders to ensure production timelines are met.
• Partner with planners, buyers, and machine shop teams to track materials and support production needs.
• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings and apply measurement/inspection techniques as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts (Kaizen) to enhance efficiency, quality, and delivery.
• Support inventory organization, raw material handling, and shop floor needs, including assisting machinists when required.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

Primary Work Location

USA UT - Sandy

Additional Locations

Work Shift

PR 730am-400pm M-F (United States of America)