R&D OPS - Associate Specialist, Production Planning and Scheduling

Associate Specialist, Production Planning And SchedulingLocation: Bothell, WATop Skills:ERP experienceExperience in GMP or regulated environmentStrong computer skills with Microsoft OfficeStrong communication skills both written and oral.Knowledge of Manufacturing, Operations and Inventory ControlCross Functional Collaboration experiencePlans and schedules production related activities at the cell therapy manufacturing facility. Provides manufacturing operations with a plan that maximizes efficiency, resources, and capacity. Achieves on time delivery within budget. Work on projects/matters of moderate complexity. Evaluates and develops scheduling tools and provides technical expertise.Required Competencies:Education: Bachelor's Degree in relevant science, engineering or similar discipline preferred.Experience: 3-6 years preferred; 2+ years of scheduling experience in cGMP manufacturing environment desired.

Experience in scheduling cell therapy manufacturing preferred.

Experience in material planning and/or finite scheduling in a medium to high volume environment, knowledge of scheduling platforms preferred.Duties And Responsibilities:Plans and schedules production schedules to meet product demand at the site.Plan and schedule all associated production and support activities including intermediates, product shipment, facility and equipment maintenance.Work with QA, QC and Material Management to ensure raw materials are tested, released, and available to support all manufacturing and support activities.Work with Document Control to ensure all documents (i.e. batch records and packaging records) are ready for Manufacturing.Build strong relationships and communication with all functions.Provide exceptional customer service.Advanced knowledge of forecasting, capacity planning, and production planning.Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy (or related) manufacturing.Ability to work independently on projects or problems of moderate scope to meet objectives. Troubleshoots and identifies causes and suggests solutions.Attention to detail and ability to perform with a high degree of accuracy.Source of imaginative, thorough, and innovative solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.Exhibits leadership behaviors including collaborating for results and developing/executing strategy.May serve as a resource to more junior members of the team.Experience in lean, operational excellence, six sigma, or continuous improvement, and process mapping preferred. Supports an environment that encourages continuous improvement, best practices and appropriate risk taking.Ability to influence key stakeholders of internal and external teams.Excellent communication and presentation skills as well as the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the company.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Expert in Microsoft Office programs.