Manufacturing Scheduler Job in Frederick 21703, Maryland Us
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Title: Production Scheduler
Location: Frederick, MD
Req: 5499
Major duties and responsibilities:
The primary role of the production scheduler is to establish, communicate and maintain the manufacturing schedule with consideration of equipment, building utilities and staffing constraints. In addition, the production scheduler will build and continuously improve systems to enhance schedule management, communication and adherence
Specifically, the Scheduler will execute the following:
* The Production Scheduler is a member of the Manufacturing team which is responsible for manufacturing all commercial and clinical materials produced in the multi-product API facility in Frederick, MD.
* This position schedules all routine and non-routine activities that take place within the Manufacturing areas or that involve manufacturing equipment.
* This position interfaces with the following departments: Manufacturing, Facilities, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Science and Technology, Metrology, QA and QC.
* Anticipate potential issues and conflicts and present options for resolution to functional management in a clear and concise manner.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with department leads and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication of production plans and issues.
* Partner with line management in prioritizing projects and resources to meet business goals, applying sound business concepts and techniques as they relate to human resource management.
* Capacity modeling and planning for FMC in coordination with site PMO, corporate and site Supply Chain.
* Coordinating raw material requirements and bulk drug substance supply with site Supply Chain. Other duties as assigned or identified
Qualifications
Requirements:
Knowledge:
* General knowledge of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and unit operations
* Experienced in use of commercially available scheduling software and manufacturing execution systems
* Experienced in resource and capacity modeling applications
* General knowledge of project management concepts and tools
* Thorough understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning specifically SAP (inventory and production planning functions)
* Understanding of pharmaceutical Good Manufacturing Practices preferred
Problem Solving:
* Ability to understand complex scheduling constraints and relationships to identify solutions to conflicts
* Ability to troubleshoot issues regarding user entered modeling and scheduling parameters
* Anticipate potential issues and conflicts and present options for resolution to functional management in a clear and concise manner.
* Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of practical problems
* Ability to apply common sense understanding and knowledge of when to stop and seek input and approval from management
Freedom To Act:
* Limited supervision and minimal instructions needed on routine work.
* Assignments are received in objective-oriented terms.
* Ability to make and act on routine decisions
* Provides guidance to site teams and management based on organizational goals.
* Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall quality and efficiency.
* Work typically impacts all teams at the FMC site.
* Assesses and provides options to management for conflicts or issues that have significant impact.
Impact:
* Exerts influence through the development of schedules and long-range plan of the organization.
* Poor communication or erroneous decisions/ recommendations would normally result in critical delays and modifications to projects or operations; cause substantial expenditure of time, human resources, and funds; and jeopardize future business activity.
Interpersonal Communication:
* Projects influence to assure alignment of site business processes with partners within MedImmune.
* Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and effective presentation skills.
* Contacts are frequent with individuals representing other departments, and/or representing outside organizations
* Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data on matters of moderate importance to the function of the department or which may be of sensitive nature, requiring some explanation or interpretation
* Manage the communication of sensitive information such as staffing plans and confidential business relationships
Supervisory / Management Skills:
* Projects influence to assure alignment of site business processes with partners within MedImmune.
* Good organizational skills
* Situational Leadership
* Decision making skills
Education/ Years of Experience:
* B.S./B.A./M.B.A. in business, engineering, biological sciences, physical sciences, or equivalent field of study.
* 5-10 years in biotechnology, pharmaceutical or industrial manufacturing
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