Production Planner

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com . As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Supply Chain Planning Job Sub Function: Production Planning & Scheduling Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Job Description:

Lead production and capacity planning for suture export manufacturing. Own export operations planning inputs, perform analysis, and provide recommendations for integration into the Site Master Manufacturing Plan. Maintain close alignment with regional planning, country planning, and SNP to enable resilient and robust planning outcomes. Collaborate with the site to drive digital planning initiatives and continuous efficiency improvements. JOB DUTY & RESPONSIBILITY In accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position: Manage and develop work processes that integrate customer delivery requirements into manufacturing plans. Supervise the planning and preparation of production schedules Responsible for managing the immediate and medium-term production schedule for some of the Production Units in the manufacturing plants of J&J Medical (Suzhou) Ltd. Achieve excellent Customer Service with low backorder levels, while maintaining control of the Inventory (RM, WIP, FG) Ensure that all Quality and EHS requirements are fulfilled in accordance with the responsibilities defined in the Company’s Safety Statement when procuring Stock items. Take part in problem solving in material flow Support creation of Master Production Schedule and agree and execute Schedule at code level with business partners (Manufacturing, Procurement and Engineering). Ensure the work in the production line (work orders). React to deviations to the production schedule. Reporting and tracking those deliveries meet the promises Support new product launch and other projects by providing production schedule and materials planning. Integrate plant efficiency needs in the production schedule to support an optimal utilization of resources Lead and support Lean initiatives throughout the Plant as appropriate Responsible for communicating business-related issues or opportunities to next management level Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable. For those who supervise or manage a staff, they are responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures Performs other duties assigned as needed EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Experience Must Have: 3-5 years Nice to Have: 7-10 years Education Must Have: Bachelor, Industry / Computer Science Master is preferred Nice to Have: Six Sigma /LEAN Manufacturing Nice to Have: CPIM or CSCP AFFILIATIONS Collaborative approach Can do attitude Seeks to close out tasks/projects Good communication skills Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a workshop planning function