Production Planner
Summary
Plans and schedules manufacturing production, procures materials, and monitors workflows to meet deadlines and quality standards using ERP systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and capacity.
- Coordinate materials procurement to ensure raw materials are available when needed.
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and adjust plans to meet deadlines.
- Optimize resource utilization (labor, machinery, materials).
- Update stakeholders on delays or changes in production plans.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
- Work with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) to manage planning.
- Assist in analyzing the sales plan to determine and plan future production.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to coordinate and monitor production output performance, ensuring alignment with delivery and quality requirements.
- Evaluating raw materials and equipment to ensure everything is in place for production.
- Assists in expediting and prioritizing work orders.
- Handling production disruptions and productivity problems.
- Participate in monthly cycle counts to verify and maintain accurate stock levels.
- Coordinate and monitor delivery of both inbound and outbound shipments.
- Execute administrative tasks related to planning and support ad hoc tasks.
- Assist in facilitating the digitalization transition for the planning team.
Requirements
- Minimum Diploma in Manufacturing / Logistics / Supply Chain or its equivalent
- Meticulous and have an eye for details
- Able to work under tight timelines in a fast-paced environment
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance
- Able to perform overtime when necessary