Buyer (Medical Device Industry)

Job Title: Buyer

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Production Planner/Buyer to manage daily scheduling and coordinate production efforts across various departments. This role is crucial in fulfilling our customer commitments and ensuring seamless and efficient operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules for the Machine Shop and Assembly.

• Create, release, and track production orders using ERP (Business Central preferred).

• Adjust schedules based on delays, shortages, or shifting priorities.

• Collaborate with Planning, Supply Chain, and Production teams to align demand and capacity.

• Support weekly S&OP meetings and generate production status reports.

• Evaluate BOMs, resolve discrepancies, and ensure accurate routing.

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of planning processes and system data integrity.

Essential Skills:

• 1–3 years of production planning or scheduling experience.

• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Business Central or Epicor.

• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to read technical drawings and understand manufacturing workflows.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, though experience may substitute.

• Skills in purchasing, procurement, purchase order management, and supply chain management.

Work Environment:

The position is onsite, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. You will be part of a dynamic team driven by innovation, dedicated to improving lives across various industries. The role provides an opportunity to challenge what's possible through creativity and hard work, supported by experienced leadership.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. George, Utah.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. George,UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.