Production & Materials Planner

LifeSprout • Baltimore, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Operations Coordinator plays a central role in ensuring smooth, compliant, and efficient production activities. This position supports day‑to‑day manufacturing operations through activities including, but not limited to, production scheduling, materials planning, documentation control, and coordination of incoming and outgoing materials. The ideal candidate is highly organized, tech savy, detail‑oriented, and thrives in a GMP-regulated, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, materials science, supply chain, or a related discipline; or equivalent industry experience.
• 1–4 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations within a medical device, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment.
• Familiarity with GMP, ISO 13485, or other regulated quality systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, QC, and R&D to align capacity, materials, and priorities.
• Track manufacturing performance indicators (yield, throughput, downtime, scrap, etc.) and generate routine reports.
• Forecast, plan, and purchase raw materials, consumables, and components.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and safety stock thresholds.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on‑time delivery and resolve discrepancies.
• Generate, revise, and maintain material specification documents and related controlled records.
• Support creation and updates of SOPs, work instructions, and inspection procedures.
• Receive incoming materials and perform visual/administrative inspections.
• Coordinate QC testing and release of materials for manufacturing use.
• Maintain traceability and documentation in accordance with GMP requirements.
• Prepare and ship test samples, prototypes, and finished product to internal and external partners.
• Ensure proper packaging, labeling, documentation, and regulatory compliance for domestic and international shipments.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus eligibility (5–10%)
• 3 weeks PTO (PTO bank includes sick time)
• 10 paid company holidays + 2 floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees