Senior Supply Chain Scheduler
Kindeva Drug Delivery - Northridge, CA
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Our Work MattersAt Kindeva we make products that save lives, ensuring better health and well-being for patients around the world.The Impact You Will MakeWe are seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Planner to develop and control GMP production schedules supporting the manufacture of regulated products (e.g., pharmaceutical, medical device, or combination products).This role converts demand forecasts into compliant and executable manufacturing plans while ensuring material availability, capacity alignment, and adherence to quality and regulatory requirements. The Planner partners closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Warehouse, and Procurement to ensure reliable supply without compromising compliance.The ideal candidate understands MRP planning, S&OP, capacity planning, and GMP documentation controls, and proactively manages risks such as material shortages, deviations, and equipment downtime.Role Responsibilities Create and maintain GMP-compliant production schedules within ERP/MRP systemsEnsure schedules reflect material availability, quality release status, and line readinessCoordinate with QA/QC regarding material release, holds, deviations, and change controlsAlign production plans with validated processes, batch records, and approved routingsCommunicate constraints, shortages, and risks to Operations and Quality leadershipAdjust schedules to manage deviations, maintenance downtime, and priority ordersSupport controlled implementation of new products and process changesMaintain planning parameters (lead times, safety stock, batch sizes, yields)Participate in S&OP and capacity review meetingsSupport regulatory inspections, internal audits, and customer auditsMaintain accurate planning documentation and traceability within ERP/QMS system.Drive continuous improvement while maintaining complianceRequired Experience Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or relatedfield (or equivalent experience)5+ years' production planning or scheduling experience in manufacturingExperience working in a regulated environment (GMP, ISO, or FDA)ERP/MRP system experience (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)Strong analytical and Excel skillsAbility to coordinate across Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain functions Preferred Experience Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, or combination product manufacturingAPICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, CLTD)Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and change managementLean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experienceUnderstanding of material status control (quarantine, released, rejected)What Success Looks Like Executable GMP production schedulesImproved on-time batch release and shipment performanceReduced deviations caused by scheduling conflictsAccurate material readiness at batch startStrong collaboration between Operations and Quality#LI-Onsite California residents should review our Notice for California Employees and Applicants before applying. Kindeva does not accept unsolicited assistance from headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted to Kindeva employees-regardless of format-without a valid, signed agreement and an approved job order from an authorized signatory in Talent Acquisition will be considered the sole property of Kindeva. No fees will be paid in the event that a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited resume or referral.The expected compensation range for this position represents a good faith estimate. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental, & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and 401k Benefits, etc.).Equal Opportunity Employer:Kindeva Drug Delivery is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Do you see yourself as part of the Kindeva mission? Click Apply Now Today!
Created: 2026-04-02