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Operations Planning Manager

CompanyABEC Inc
LocationBethlehem
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 29, 2026
About The Company
ABEC engineered solutions and services for biotech manufacturing Since 1974, ABEC has been a global leader in delivering integrated process solutions and services for manufacturing in the biopharmaceutical industry. Many of today’s leading antibody, vaccine, and recombinant protein therapies are manufactured by processes and equipment engineered, manufactured, installed and serviced by ABEC, and a majority of the world’s pharmaceutical and biotech companies are ABEC customers. ABEC’s unique value is based on long experience, complete in-house capabilities, a custom, flexible approach, and long-term credibility. Whether building new capacity or improving existing facilities, ABEC’s turn-key solutions reduce overall cost and time to market while delivering maximum productivity. For more information, please visit www.abec.com or email info@abec.com Interested in a career at ABEC? Learn more about our open positions at https://www.abec.com/join-our-team/
About the Role

Description

Drive Operational Excellence on a Global Scale
ABEC is at the forefront of innovation in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, delivering highly differentiated products and services that enable life-saving therapies to reach patients faster. As we expand to meet growing demand, we’re seeking a Global Production Planning Manager to lead strategic planning and scheduling across complex, fast-moving projects worldwide.

  

Why Join ABEC?

  • Industry leader with 50+ years of expertise in bioprocess solution
  • Collaborative, growth-focused culture
  • Competitive benefits starting Day 1: Medical, dental, vision
  • 401(k) with 40% company match
  • Paid time off, tuition assistance, and referral bonuses

Your Role

You will develop and manage production schedules that ensure materials, equipment, and personnel are aligned for on-time delivery. This role is critical to ABEC’s success—balancing resources, mitigating risks, and driving continuous improvement across global operations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand and capacity targets
  • Partner with Project Management and Senior Leadership on strategic planning and milestone execution
  • Oversee material availability and inventory to prevent shortages
  • Coordinate resources across machines, manpower, and departments
  • Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement recovery plans
  • Drive process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Communicate effectively across purchasing, engineering, and operations teams 

Requirements

 What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.  Engineering degree a plus
  • 5+ years’ experience in custom/specialist manufacturing environments
  • Expertise in project planning, scheduling, and resource management
  • Proficiency in MRP systems (Infor Syteline a plus), MS Project, and MS Office
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Experience with Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives
Key Skills
Operations ManagementProject PlanningSchedulingResource ManagementMRP SystemsMS ProjectMS OfficeAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeanSix SigmaContinuous Improvement
Categories
ManufacturingManagement & LeadershipEngineeringHealthcareLogistics
Benefits
MedicalDentalVision401kPaid Time OffTuition AssistanceReferral Bonuses
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Develop and manage production schedules to ensure alignment of materials, equipment, and personnel for on-time delivery. Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement recovery plans to drive continuous improvement across global operations.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
563
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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