We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 30 Mar 2026
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
At Medtronic we seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to?continue to be an innovative industry leader - that's why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients.
We are currently seeking a?Production Planner for our campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As a member of the Operations Scheduling team, you will collaborate with various departments-like Materials Planning, Supply Network Planning, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Master Data, and internal and external customers. Key responsibilities include coordinating with external value streams to maintain proper supply and inventory levels and working with engineering and sourcing teams to support smooth manufacturing processes and effective communication.
In this exciting role you will support business execution of ongoing and new programs and initiatives that include production scheduling and material scheduling in support of internal customers.? Activities will focus on maintaining master production schedules, adherence to financial targets, new product launches, and supply health. You will monitor key performance indicators and coordinate with cross-functional work teams to meet business objectives.? Key stakeholders will include Operations, Sourcing, and Operations Scheduling team members.?
Responsibilities include:
Own shift-level production planning and prioritization , ensuring alignment to demand, capacity, and service commitments while driving performance against established KPIs.
Manage material consumption and inventory levels , balancing production requirements with inventory targets to minimize shortages, excess, and obsolescence.
Communicate supply health, production status, and operational plans to cross-functional stakeholders, proactively escalating risks and recommended actions.
Serve as the primary planning point of contact for the value stream , partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering to ensure execution readiness.
Execute production planning activities within an SAP/MRP environment , including maintaining master data accuracy to support effective planning and scheduling.
Troubleshoot and resolve master production scheduling and MRP issues , identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to protect supply continuity.
Lead and participate in tiered daily/weekly meetings , providing clear updates on material availability, production priorities, and constraint resolution.
Analyze and report on key planning and operations KPIs , translating data into actionable insights for operations leadership.
Present information clearly and effectively to both operational teams and leadership, supporting informed decision-making.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Nice to Have
Experience working with MRP/ERP systems (strong preference for SAP or Blue Yonder)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, etc.) or similar software.
Strong data analysis, data management, and quantitative skills
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), team orientation, and ability to negotiate towards positive outcomes.
Strong organizational skills and good understanding of team dynamics.
Must be detail-oriented, with ability to connect the detail to higher level goals.
Working knowledge of quality system requirements and good manufacturing practices.
Experience working in a regulated environment (i.e., medical device, pharmaceutical)
APICS and/or CPM Certification Cost accounting understanding/experience
Understanding of contracts (supply, services, non-disclosures, etc.)
Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (or comparable training)
Onsite
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We're working a minimum of 5 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.?
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.?
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life-where your unique background and perspective are valued.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$67,200.00 - $100,800.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
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