Production Analyst

Our client—a leading global medical device company—is hiring a Production Analyst to support operational efficiency at their flagship distribution center in Phoenix. This is more than just a planning role: you’ll combine data-driven production planning with continuous improvement initiatives, working alongside the Operational Excellence team to optimize how life-saving products are distributed.

This is an ideal role for someone who thrives at the intersection of systems, process, and people—and is ready to take their supply chain and planning skills to the next level.

• Analyze order backlog and prioritize tasks based on SLAs and carrier pick-up schedules
• Build and release picking waves using WMS and ERP tools (Sales Pad, Koerber, etc.)
• Identify production inefficiencies and lead continuous improvement projects in partnership with the OpEx team
• Monitor real-time order status and shift plans as needed to optimize throughput
• Manage labor allocation across shifts in coordination with warehouse supervisors
• Use Excel and system reporting to track plan vs. fulfillment and deliver key insights to leadership
• Initiate and lead Kaizen events to eliminate process waste and bottlenecks
• Support ongoing documentation of new processes and standard work procedures
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) to automate tasks and improve reporting or communications

• 4–6 years of combined warehouse and computer-based planning experience
• Strong working knowledge of WMS and ERP systems (Koerber and Sales Pad preferred)
• Microsoft Excel proficiency with strong data analysis and planning tracking
• Prior exposure to Lean Six Sigma methodologies;
  Kaizen leadership a strong plus
• Experience communicating operational challenges to both floor teams and executive leadership
• Use of generative AI tools to increase productivity is a bonus