Alcon

Sr. Associate Production Planning

Alcon$84K — $108K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
  • 2 years of relevant experience in production planning or supply chain.
  • Ability to communicate fluently in English.
  • Experience in medical device manufacturing is preferred.
  • Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, particularly SAP, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain material schedules to support production control.
  • Compile records of materials regarding quantity, cost, and types.
  • Support material flow within departments according to production schedules.
  • Identify and address potential material shortages proactively.
  • Estimate production rates and log operational time to meet deadlines.
  • Execute long-term supply chain strategies and handle direct material buying.
  • Monitor production to ensure delivery dates are met and report shortages.

Benefits

  • Robust health benefits including medical and life insurance.
  • Retirement savings plans to support future financial security.
  • Flexible time off policy for exempt associates and PTO for hourly employees.
  • Continuous career growth and development opportunities.
  • Commitment to compliance and quality in manufacturing operations.
Full Job Description
This role is part of Alcon's Supply Chain function, a team that manages the logistics, inventory management, and supply chain analytics for Alcon's industry leading products to ensure products are delivered efficiently and effectively so that people can see brilliantly.

The Sr. Associate, Production Planning (Professional Path), is primarily responsible for maintaining material schedules to support production control, addressing shortages, and executing supply chain strategies. You will apply your knowledge of supplier processes and production rates to ensure smooth material flow and delivery.

Specifics include:
  • Maintain schedules for material requirements and availability to support production control.
  • Compile records of material quantity, cost, and type received, shipped, in stock, or in production.
  • Support the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies within or between departments according to schedules.
  • Determine and address possible and actual material shortages, using knowledge of supplier processes to alert authorities about potential problems and remedial actions.
  • Estimate and log production rates and time expenditures, establishing sequence and lead time of operations to meet shipping dates.
  • Handle direct material buying and execute long-term supply chain strategies.
  • Monitor production to ensure promised delivery dates are met, reviewing the master production schedule to identify shortages and alert authorities.
  • Generate progress reports on schedule status and keep records of completed orders, taking action to expedite materials as needed.
  • Adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining documentation, ensuring quality control, and completing training.
  • Meet individual job requirements and contribute to organizational compliance, committing to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
  • All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training.
  • Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization.
  • Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.


WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:
  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
  • 2 Years of Relevant Experience
  • Location: Onsite
  • Travel Requirements: None
  • Relocation assistance: No
  • Sponsorship available: No


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
  • Medical Device Manufacturing Experience
  • ERP/MRP Systems Expertise; SAP proficiency strongly preferred
  • Global Supply Chain Knowledge
  • Understanding of production planning, capacity planning, and manufacturing workflows
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment


HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
  • Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
  • Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves!
  • See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities!
  • Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!


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The salary range posted represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, and internal equity, and may fall outside the posted range.

Pay Range
84,150.00 - 108,900.00

Pay Frequency
Annual

About Alcon

Alcon is a global medical company specializing in eye care products and services. The company's products include surgical equipment, contact lenses, and eye drops. Alcon was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. The company operates in over 70 countries and has over 20,000 employees. In 2019, Alcon became an independent publicly traded company after being spun off from Novartis.
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Size
24,389 employees
Market Cap
$33.3 billion
Industry
Founded
1945
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