Production Planner

Title: Production Planner

Location: Central Islip, NY

Office Requirement: on-site daily

Shift / Hours: 8:30 a" 5:00

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 (DOE)

Bonus: 10%

Employment Type: Full-Time

Benefits: PTO (vacation + sick, accrued), Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Shift Differential, Overtime, 401K Match of 100% up to 5%, company sponsored events, career advancement opportunities, training, etc.

The Production Planner, is an individual contributor and a member of the InvaGen Pharmaceuticals Plant Manufacturing Operations Team, responsible for prepare and execute production plans, coordinating and expedite the workflow across departments in conjunction with daily / weekly / monthly production schedules, and solving day-to-day operational issues to facilitate delivery of the overall manufacturing business plan.

Production Planning and Scheduling

• Ensure delivery of daily production requirements to meet customer commitments.
• Create production schedule and align priorities with the right commercial requirements.
• Daily maintenance and management of the scheduling system daily to support the operations.
• Ensure achievement of manufacturing commitments commitment versus delivery.
• Maintain the production schedule and other business reports as required.
• Analyze and prepare documents needed for production planning and execution.
• Plan for raw material availability in conjunction with procurement team and timely quality control (QC) releases.
• Follow-up, as required, with all teams to expedite the execution and documentation to meet production schedule and customer expectations.
• Complete status reports for production progress, work in process, and raw material inventory.
• Interact with shop floor management daily, to resolve issues regarding manufacturing plan execution.

Capacity Management

• Identify and manage bottlenecks and capacity issues with the Production team as well as coordinate internally and externally on the resolution of the issues.
• Provide support planning and execution of new launches.
• Develop and maintain capacity calculation of the plant based on product mix.
• Support review of new business opportunities.

Major Challenges

• Managing the operational constraints for activities such as engineering, manufacturing capacity, budgeted expenditure and plan efficiently to meet the market requirements.
• Cross-functional interactions and alignment to delivery of the overall plan.

Key Interactions

aInternal interactions include but are not limited to: Human Resources (HR), Corporate Project Management (CPM), Production, Quality, Engineering & Facilities Maintenance, Supply Chain Management (SCM) Teams.

aExternal interactions include but are not limited to working with vendors, and other contractors and business partners.

Key Metrics to Monitor and Achieve

a Commitment versus delivery a" 90 - 95%.

a Support execution of on-time launches for >80% of CPM projects.

Key Decisions to be Made

aThe individual performing this role is expected to make decisions regarding the prioritization of production priorities based on the monthly plan agreed to by the key stakeholders.

aThe individual performing this role is expected to participate in and make decisions regarding potential new business opportunities.

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Minimum bacheloras degree in business administration, operations management, industrial engineering, pharmaceutical manufacturing or related field of study from an accredited college/university.
• Masteras degree in industrial engineering, operations management, pharmaceutical manufacturing or related field of study from an accredited college/university is preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) yearsa experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation and work environment.
• Must be authorized to work permanently in the US without sponsorship

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient user of personal computer hardware and software applications such as Microsoft Office tools, SAP, and other business applications.
• Must be able to influence decision-making and facilitate completion of work toward the achievement of the business plan and goals.
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in the English language to include usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Bilingual is a plus
• Must be a self-starter and demonstrate initiative with seeking additional training or direction as needed.
• Must have strong organization and communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).

Physical Requirements

• Standing and lifting as needed.
• Must be able to travel between Company units.

Other Job Information

• Relocation negotiable.
• No remote work available.
• No employment sponsorship.

Work Conditions:

• This role works in a cGMP laboratory or manufacturing environment, where personal protective equipment is required, which may include uniforms, lab coats, safety glasses, respiratory protective equipment, hearing protection, etc. Work with or aroundsolvents, powders, or other materials commonly found in a pharmaceutical laboratory or manufacturing facility is required.

Physical requirements

• Work standing or walking unassisted for 75% or greater of an 8-hour period. Unassisted lifting up-to10 kg, may be required.
• Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times, when required.
• Sitting at a desk and/or working at a computer or other "screen" 75% or greater of an 8-hour period.

Professional and Behavioral Competencies

• Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical packaging setting.
• Must be willing and able to work any assigned shift ranging from first or second shift. Work schedule Monday to Friday.
• Must be willing to work some weekends based on business needs as required by management.
• No remote work available
• No employment sponsorship or work visas.

About US

Cipla is a leading global pharmaceutical company, dedicated to high-quality, branded and generic medicines. We are trusted by healthcare professionals and patients across geographies. Over the last eight decades, we have strengthened our leadership in Indiaas pharmaceutical industry and fortified our promise of strengthening our global focus by consolidating and deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S., and other economies of the emerging world.

Cipla employs handpicked professionals not just for their knowledge and experience but for their zeal to make a difference to the world of healthcare. The company believes that our biggest assets are the employees, who lead us to prosperity and growth in the future. Driven by the vision, none shall be denied, Ciplaas focus has always been on making affordable, world-class medicines with a reputation for uncompromising quality standards across the world.

CIPLA NEW YORK (INVAGEN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.)

About InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, a Cipla subsidiary InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of generic prescription medicines with focus on a range of therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, anti-infective, CNS, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-depressants. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Central Islip and Hauppauge, New York. As of February 18, 2016, InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cipla (EU) Limited.

EEO Statement

Cipla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.