Production Planning Associate - Pharma GMPCategory:Manufacturing & ProductionEmployment Type:ContractReference:BH-369169Production Planning Associate- Pharma GMPBMS ID # 56506-1Bothell, WA- ON SITE12 month W2 contract (with potential to extend or transition to perm)Pay rate: $40-46/hour - Depending on Education and ExperienceSummary:Plans and schedules production related activities at the cell therapy manufacturing facility.Provides manufacturing operations with a plan that maximizes efficiency, resources, and capacity.Achieves on time delivery within budget.Work on projects/matters of moderate complexity. Evaluates and develops scheduling tools and provides technical expertise.Responsibilities:Plans and schedules production schedules to meet product demand at the site.Plan and schedule all associated production and support activities including intermediates, product shipment, facility and equipment maintenance.Work with QA, QC and Material Management to ensure raw materials are tested, released, and available to support all manufacturing and support activities.Work with Document Control to ensure all documents (i.e. batch records and packaging records) are ready for Manufacturing.Advanced knowledge of forecasting, capacity planning, and production planning.Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy (or related) manufacturing.Source of imaginative, thorough, and innovative solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.Exhibits leadership behaviors including collaborating for results and developing/executing strategy.Experience in lean, operational excellence, six sigma, or continuous improvement, and process mapping preferred. Supports an environment that encourages continuous improvement, best practices and appropriate risk taking.Ability to influence key stakeholders of internal and external teams.Excellent communication and presentation skills as well as the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the company.Skills or Requirements:ERP experienceExperience in GMP or regulated environmentStrong computer skills with Microsoft OfficeStrong communication skills both written and oral.Knowledge of Manufacturing, Operations and Inventory ControlCross Functional Collaboration experienceEducation/Experience:3-6 years preferred; 2+ years of scheduling experience in cGMP manufacturing environmentExperience in material planning and/or finite scheduling in a medium to high volume environment, knowledge of scheduling platforms preferred.What's In It For You?We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits401K Retirement Saving PlanLife & Disability InsuranceDirect Deposit & weekly ePayrollEmployee Discount ProgramsReferral Bonus ProgramsNote: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Visitto contact us if you are an individual with a disability an