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Manufacturing Scheduler

ThermoFisher Scientific • Frederick, MD • 17h ago

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Office

Job Description

Manufacturing Scheduler

Location: Frederick, MD | Clinical Next-Generation Sequencing Division

Job Type: Full Time

How You'll Make an Impact

As a Manufacturing Scheduler at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will be a catalyst in driving timely execution of production across our Formulation, Fill and Assembly value streams. You will proactively manage scheduling operations, engage cross-functional partners, and champion process improvements that directly impact our ability to serve patients around the world.

Help achieve company mission by ensuring products are precise, delivered punctually, and impactful.

Key Responsibilities

Schedule Management & Manufacturing Support

Develop, manage, and communicate a daily and weekly production schedule across Formulation, Fill and Assembly, ensuring capacity and resource constraints are balanced with customer priorities.

Lead daily schedule reviews and production walkthroughs with supervisors to validate work order readiness and identify real-time barriers.

Release and print batch record documentation, verify material availability, and perform final checks before work order execution.

Track work order progression in real time, ensuring timely starts and completions while minimizing delays and past-due PEDs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Facilitate weekly alignment meetings with Manufacturing, QA, Planning, and Staging teams to proactively address risks, constraints, and changes in demand.

Partner in Value Stream Mapping and PPI events to drive scheduling flow improvements.

Serve as the point of contact for customer concerns regarding scheduling risks, reporting issues with mitigation plans to manufacturing leadership within 24 hours.

Process & System Optimization

Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Siemens Sophisticated Planning and Scheduling (APS) Tool, ensuring accurate data for Fill and Assembly.

Maintain a level-loaded, 3-week rolling schedule and use planning dashboards and prioritization tools to manage labor and equipment resources optimally.

Actively contribute to achieving schedule stability improvements from 78% to 90% within 72 hours of planning.

Operational Excellence & Culture

Report out daily schedule attainment metrics and participate in Tier meetings.

Achieve =95% schedule adherence and

Demonstrated ability in building relationships across various functional teams.

Demonstrated ability in managing multiple tasks within tight deadlines.

Ability to work independently, typically initiating own tasks with input/mentorship from manager.

Ability to thrive in a matrix and cross-functional team environment.

Engage in EIS presentations and maintain training compliance at or above 95%.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent experience required

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (preferred)

Experience

1-2 years in a supply chain or production planning role with a degree; or 3+ years of proven experience without a degree.

GMP experience in a regulated Biotech, Pharma, or Life Sciences manufacturing environment is preferred.

Technical Skills

Proficient in ERP systems (E1 preferred), Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to influence without authority.

Coordinated, dedicated, and comfortable collaborating across functions in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Why Join Us

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, your work will matter. You will be part of a team that drives innovation and delivers life-saving solutions to customers worldwide. We offer competitive benefits, ongoing professional development, and a culture built on integrity, intensity, innovation, and involvement. Apply now and start your story with Thermo Fisher Scientific!

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Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $25.60-$37.80.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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