Master Planner & Buyer

Avalign produces innovative, high-performance, and cost-effective medical devices with a particular focus on high growth and ingenuity. Our team is growing quickly and proud of the fact that our custom-made devices continue to make a huge difference in the lives of medical professionals and their patients. Our employees are actively involved in the design, engineering and manufacture of technologically advanced medical devices that ensure that we meet our customer’s quality specifications for each product we produce. The Master Planner & Buyer is responsible for developing and maintaining an accurate, up-to-date Production Schedule that supports customer orders, forecasts, and Kanban requirements while maximizing job profitability. In addition, this role manages the procurement of materials required for manufacturing, including items triggered by Kanban systems, ensuring timely availability of resources to meet production and delivery goals. What You’ll Do: Planning & Scheduling Generate the Master Production Schedule in alignment with the Sales & Operations Plan. Balance production and inventory levels to meet customer service goals, incorporating input from Sales. Reschedule shop floor activities as needed to meet lead-time requirements. Monitor and publish the Capacity Planning Report/Earned Hours; collaborate with Operations to resolve shop load issues. Provide accurate lead-times to Sales based on operational capabilities and capacity. Work with Sales and Operations Leadership to resolve scheduling conflicts for short lead-time requests. Perform capacity planning to ensure Master Schedule accuracy and compliance. Schedule and coordinate workflow within and between manufacturing departments based on customer orders, priorities, and resource availability (workers, parts, materials, equipment). Purchasing & Material Management Purchase raw materials, components, and supplies required for manufacturing operations. Manage procurement activities triggered by Kanban systems to maintain inventory efficiency. Negotiate with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery. Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or lead times. Maintain accurate purchase records and ensure compliance with company policies and standards. Collaborate with Operations and Inventory teams to optimize material flow and reduce shortages or excess stock. What You’ll Need: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Minimum 5 years of scheduling experience in a contract manufacturing (machining) environment. Experience in purchasing/procurement within a manufacturing setting. Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Access) and ERP systems; Epicor and/or Autosched experience preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities. Ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure while working collaboratively in a team environment. APICS certification preferred. What You Won’t Do: Feel stuck – we offer great opportunities to advance and learn Get bored – we make a high variety of products, so no day is the same Feel like a number – we’re a close-knit bunch and always have each other’s backs Who You Are: A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge in manufacturing processes A reliable individual who knows the importance of showing up when it counts Someone who accept assignments with an open, cooperative, positive and team-oriented approach Someone who is able to plan and execute plans across teams An effective communicator, both written and verbal What You’ll Enjoy: Competitive compensation and benefits package Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation and 10 observed paid holidays per year Employer funded Basic Life and AD&D insurance Employer funded STD and LTD insurance Tuition reimbursement Great 401(k) with company match Generous employee referral bonus program Working for a thriving, performance-based company that values promoting from within and career advancement Temperature controlled environment Community involvement investing and giving back to the community Additional free resources such as travel assistance, EAP, etc. Avalign conducts a comprehensive background, drug testing, highest level of education completion verification, and reference checks. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are an employer that participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.