Production Planner / Material Scheduler
medtechrecNorth Carolina, United States
Posted January 7, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
medtechrec is a boutique recruitment consultancy that serves the medical device sector, leveraging over 13 years of industry expertise to deliver tailored contingent, search, and contract placements. The firm maintains dedicated talent acquisition teams across key functional areas—commercial, QA/RA, R&D, clinical affairs, human resources, and finance & strategy—ensuring a deep pipeline of specialists from entry‑level hires to C‑suite executives. By partnering closely with clients to understand their strategic objectives, medtechrec crafts customized sourcing solutions that align with regulatory, operational, and growth priorities. Its distinctive value lies in a focused knowledge of medical‑device lifecycle requirements, a robust network of vetted candidates, and a proven track record of placing high‑impact professionals in a fast‑evolving industry.
Job Description
This position involves learning and understanding the purpose, functions, and expectations of the Material Planning Department. The role supports various departmental activities while undergoing comprehensive training aimed at future support of a designated facility or set of departments.
Requirements
- Learn and internalize the departments purpose, goals, and values
- Gain proficiency in relevant software platforms including Visual Manufacturing (VMFG), LillyWorks, Smart Views, and the Visual Connector
- Engage in the Complete and Accurate process and attend daily planning meetings
- Review shop floor schedules to determine work order releases
- Verify all material specifications and requirements
- Issue raw materials and generate complete work order packets
- Validate shop floor schedule data, including cycle and setup times
- Adjust times in Smart Views as needed
- Notify the methods team for updates to the Engineering Master
- Create and close work orders for fixtures and internal parts
- Support general material planning functions such as: Cycle time and setup time adjustments, Leave open/close short modifications, Minimum and maximum value adjustments, Reviewing and updating operations and overrun/overclaim entries, Daily and periodic LillyWorks tasks, Running the MRP Scheduler, General data entry and transaction support
- Kit production shelves and ensure product movement in alignment with schedule changes
- Train across all aspects of material planning by shadowing team members
- Gain exposure to multiple departments or facilities for comprehensive support coverage during high-volume periods or absences
- Work toward future ownership of designated department(s) or facility operations
- Review existing Work Instructions; modify and submit updates for approval
- Create new Work Instructions where needed; submit for approval and link to Training Matrix
- Support the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process by locating and removing impacted work orders from the production floor and assisting with related material planning tasks
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
