Job Description BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies. BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent’s Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics. SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Production Planner will be responsible for coordinating production activities and material usage planning for manufacturing site(s) at BIOVECTRA. This role will support the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and Master Capacity Schedule (MCS) by ensuring timely material availability, creating and maintaining bills of materials, and managing requisitions from order placement to release. Key

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the site Master Production Schedule. Convert demand forecasts into executable manufacturing plans. Align production schedules with capacity constraints, material availability, equipment readiness and workforce availability. Lead schedule reviews and planning meetings. Monitor schedule adherence and recovery plans. Identify and communicate production risks. Support inventory optimization while maintaining customer service levels. Coordinate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain., Procurement, Technical Operations, Quality, and Project Management. Prepare planning metrics and management reports. Technical Competencies Master Production Scheduling (MPS) Material

Requirements

Planning (MRP) Capacity Planning Inventory Management Demand Planning and Forecasting S&OP / Integrated Business Planning Production Order Management Bottleneck Analysis Supply Risk Assessment Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, analytics) ERP reporting and data analysis CORE COMPETENCIES Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority. Strong organization and prioritization skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. GMP / Regulatory Knowledge Understanding of GMP manufacturing operations. Knowledge of batch scheduling and campaign planning. Familiarity with change control, deviations, and quality impacts on schedule execution.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, science, supply chain, or related field preferred. • Other technical diploma supplemented with technical training or equivalent work experience may be considered.

Experience

2+ years of production planning, scheduling, or supply chain experience.

Experience

in GMP-regulated manufacturing (biopharma, pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar) preferred.

Experience

with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SYSPRO, JDE, Dynamics).

Experience

balancing capacity, materials, labor, and customer demand. Preferred Certifications: APICS/ASCM CPIM CSCP PMP (beneficial) Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher (optional) Additional Details This job has a full time weekly schedule. The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $20.37 - $35.65/hr CAD plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Travel Required: Occasional Shift: Day Duration: No End Date Job Function: Manufacturing Graduate and Student Career Site Visit our career site and learn more about Agilent Watch our video playlist to get a glimpse of life at Agilent! As a global leader in laboratory and clinical technologies, we are passionate about bringing great science to life. Our commitment to quality and innovation supports cutting-edge life science research, patient diagnostics, and ensures the safety of water, food, and pharmaceuticals. As scientists and clinicians pursue small, everyday advances and life-changing discoveries, we provide trusted answers to their most critical questions and challenges. Leveraging more than 50 years of expertise, we create advanced instruments, software, and consumables supported by teams of highly skilled and knowledgeable people. With 18,000 employees around the world, our global reach and comprehensive solutions provide the most reliable and accurate results, as well as optimal scientific, economic, and operational outcomes. We work collaboratively with our customers on their journey to make a real difference in human lives. Our culture is founded on trust, respect, and uncompromising integrity, and we pride ourselves on being a dynamic and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters innovation. We can’t wait for you to join us as we continue our mission to improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at Agilent.com.