Production Planning Specialist
Baxter · Batesville, IN
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Role summary
Baxter seeks a Production Planning Specialist in Batesville, Indiana to develop and maintain production schedules that balance manufacturing resources, inventory, and material availability. The role bridges production, materials, sourcing, and distribution functions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on delivering medical products globally.
What they're looking for
- High school diploma or GED; bachelor's degree preferred
- 1–2+ years production control experience or related scheduling/procurement background
- In-depth understanding of MRP and DRP processes
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with JDE or Maestro systems
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of fabrication and multi-level BOM structures desirable
- U.S. work authorization required; visa sponsorship unavailable
What you'll be doing
- Develop and maintain production schedules to meet domestic and international customer demand while optimizing resources
- Manage raw material work orders, track status daily, and coordinate with cross-functional teams
- Review and revise production schedules in response to design changes, shortages, or operational interruptions
- Monitor inventory levels, supermarket management, and system master data accuracy
- Analyze on-time delivery performance, identify root causes, and lead corrective actions
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