Production Planner I

As a Production Planner , you will be responsible for organizing global demand based on customer needs and coordinating and optimizing packaging production schedules to ensure execution of the production plan. The role involves analyzing demand, managing inventory levels, and working closely with Production and Purchasing teams to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. Using SAP MRP and scheduling tools, the planner will monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production, inventory, capacity, yields, scrap, and lifecycles. Location: This position must be based in Irvine, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office. How You’ll Make An Impact Maintain and establish production schedules (ERP system or manual Kanban) with input from key departments including Production, Purchasing, Quality Control, Marketing, and Supply Planning. Collaborate closely with Supply Assurance buyers to prevent material shortages. Ensure optimal production flow through finite scheduling, data analysis, and resolution of routine issues. Generate and analyze data, run reports, and provide scheduling recommendations. Resolve production schedule messages and issues raised by production personnel. Manage routine to moderately complex scheduling activities with limited scope. Seek manager guidance for non-routine issues or escalations. Follow established processes, work instructions, and company policies. Review work for accuracy and completeness. Develop reports and tools to improve workflow. Ensure packaging production schedules are executable, material-ready, and aligned with Global Planning demand. Maintain accurate plans while coordinating with Production, Purchasing, and Supply Assurance to prevent downtime and material shortages. Utilize SAP MRP and finite scheduling tools to improve schedule adherence, optimize capacity, and balance inventory. Analyze KPIs—including yields, scrap, and product lifecycle risk—to identify constraints early and protect customer deliveries. Support continuous improvement through reporting, schedule message resolution, and workflow enhancements that strengthen planning accuracy and production flow. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. APICS CPIM certification preferred. 2+ years of experience working with ERP systems or within a Lean Manufacturing environment. Prior experience in production planning and scheduling preferred. Strong attention to detail with the ability to anticipate and proactively address issues. Production Planning & Scheduling Expertise. ERP / SAP MRP Systems Proficiency. Cross-Functional Collaboration. Data Analysis & KPI Management. Operational Discipline & Continuous Improvement. 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, 401(k) 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 $70,310 - $95,400 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 also eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr