Sanofi
pharmaceutical
ManufacturingProductionScheduler&ProcessOptimizationSpecialist
“Manufacturing Production Scheduler & Process Optimization Specialist at Sanofi. Skills: Production Planning & Scheduling, Lean Manufacturing & SMS Implementation, Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement. Build, plan, and optimize manufacturing production schedules to maximize efficiency and meet delivery commitments. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production flow and capacity utilization”
What You'll Achieve.
maximize efficiency; meet delivery commitments; capacity utilization; enhance productivity and quality
Industry & Context.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; problem-solving; problem-solving sessions; structured methodologies
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business or related field, 1+ years of experience in manufacturing processes and production planning principles, Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement tools, Familiarity with GMP/GDP requirements in pharmaceutical manufacturing, Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, communication and collaboration abilities, Proficiency in data analysis and manufacturing systems (MES, ERP)
Nice to Have
Master's Degree or MBA, Previous internship or experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, Experience with SMS tools and visual management systems, Knowledge of capacity planning and scheduling software, Understanding of regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical operations
What You'll Do.
and optimize manufacturing production schedules to maximize efficiency and meet delivery commitments
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production flow and capacity utilization
Manage daily capacity planning and resource allocation across manufacturing operations
Drive implementation and continuous improvement of Lean Manufacturing principles and SMS (Sanofi Manufacturing System) 2.0 tools and practices
Lead 5S initiatives and workplace organization programs
Facilitate Gemba walks and problem-solving sessions to identify and eliminate waste
Support visual management systems and standard work documentation
Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks
and improvement opportunities
Lead cross-functional problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies
Support process improvements and optimization projects to enhance productivity and quality
Serve as backup support for Manufacturing Managers during absences
Participate in daily management routines and escalation processes
Support decision-making processes and operational troubleshooting
Ensure all activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines and pharmaceutical quality standards
Maintain adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) where applicable
Support regulatory inspections and compliance audits
and Environmental (HSE) regulations and procedures
Maintain accurate documentation and batch records in accordance with cGMP requirements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production flow and capacity utilization; Lead cross-functional problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies; Serve as backup support for Manufacturing Managers during absences; Participate in daily management routines and escalation processes; Support decision-making processes and operational troubleshooting; Support regulatory inspections and compliance audits
Communication Scope
communication abilities
Process & Methodology
process management, resource planning, continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing principles, SMS 2.0 tools and practices, 5S initiatives, workplace organization programs, Gemba walks, problem-solving sessions, visual management systems, standard work documentation, process optimization, continuous improvement projects
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