PRODUCTION PLANNER

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IMA Group is a global leader in the development and production of automatic machines for the processing and packaging of pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea and coffee products. We are constantly oriented towards innovation, thanks to significant investments in R&D and a constant dialogue with customers, the territory and local suppliers. We promote an environmentally friendly attitude towards achieving sustainable development. Our history is characterized by a constant growth, realized also with the continuous investment on the development of people and their skills. We are over 7,000 employees, 59% in Italy and 41% in the rest of the world, present in more than 80 countries.

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IMA Life North America is a company within the IMA Group that specialises in providing aseptic processing and freeze-drying solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. IMA Life North America is part of IMA Life, a business unit focusing on the pharmaceutical sector who delivers advanced technologies for filling, lyophilisation and isolation, ensuring maximum sterility and product integrity for customers around the globe.

JOB SUMMARY

The Master Planner manages project scheduling, capacity planning, and material coordination across departments. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the role ensures production readiness by aligning engineering releases, material availability, and resource allocation within SAP.

• Develop and maintain cross-departmental project schedules and lead facility capacity and resource planning using SAP Project Systems.
• Chair weekly project milestone meetings and ensure system updates for all planned dates.
• Manage product structure releases, manufacturing orders, non-engineering allocations, and material scheduling.
• Verify availability of all materials and drawings before production starts and coordinate shop packet distribution (BOMs, drawings, tags).
• Prioritize inbound materials, manage job cart picking, and coordinate material dispatch for project installations.
• Monitor and report on group BOM release schedules and coordinate structure changes with the Engineering team.
• Review safety stock levels for standard materials and manage free-issued materials for outsourced assemblies.
• Execute shortage exception reporting and track NCR-related parts to final destinations.
• Collaborate with Customer Service on project scheduling, BOM changes, and excess stock returns.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• 4 year College degree in Business Supply chain or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Candidate must possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude, comprehension of engineering drawings and Bills of Material
• 5-7 years of experience as a planner or in a similar role
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, Word and Project or other planning software
• Must be able to read piping & instrument diagrams and general arrangement drawings
• Strong analytical  and problem-solving skills
• Self motivated, excellent organization, time management and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Project, Material & Production planning in a capital equipment manufacturing environment
• In-depth knowledge of Manufacturing ERP systems (SAP Preferred )
• Ability to work with minimum supervision with other disciplines in a job shop environment

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A GREAT FIT

• APICS/ASCM coursework or training.

SALARY RANGE

• $73,000 - $80,000 per year.
• Overtime eligible.
• Bonus

WHAT WE OFFER

• GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT: A dynamic and innovation-driven workplace, part of a multinational and multicultural group.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION CULTURE: Promoted through the Corporate Code of Ethics and dedicated programs.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING: We view learning as a strategic lever for growth and motivation. We support internal training and external development initiatives.
• WELLBEING: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition assistance. As well as an annual bonus. 

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IMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.