Manufacturing Planner / Scheduler II

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Lebanon, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. DESCRIPTION: Join Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Manufacturing Planner/Scheduler II and contribute to global healthcare and scientific advancement. You'll contribute to optimizing production planning and scheduling to ensure timely delivery of essential products that help make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll balance customer demands with manufacturing capabilities while maintaining optimal inventory levels and production efficiency. Your analytical skills and supply chain expertise will help drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• Advanced Degree, no prior experience required, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in manufacturing planning/scheduling, preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proven data analysis skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with other Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating across functions
• Experience with inventory management, capacity planning, and production scheduling
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong customer service orientation with focus on meeting delivery commitments
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, lead times, and resource constraints
• Ability to analyze complex data and generate actionable insights
• Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings
• Knowledge of GMP/FDA regulations preferred in pharma/medical device environments
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proven record of implementing process improvements and optimizing operations

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• APICS certifications (CPIM/CSCP) or similar supply chain certifications preferred
• Knowledge of GMP/FDA regulations preferred in pharma/medical device environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees