Production Planner
Job Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules based on customer orders and operational capacity. This role requires close collaboration with Production, Purchasing, and Quality departments to ensure smooth manufacturing workflows and timely order delivery. The position ensures that production progress aligns with customer requirements while managing material availability and inventory levels.
Responsibilities
- Develop daily and long-term production plans
- Prepare and maintain manufacturing schedules
- Track WIP inventory and production flow
- Coordinate with Purchasing and Quality departments
Required Skills
- Manufacturing environment experience
- Understanding of Work Instruction formats
- Supply chain or Industrial Engineering background
- Scheduling and inventory management
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on customer orders, forecasts, and production capacity.
- Prepare and maintain production schedules to ensure timely completion of manufacturing orders.
- Revise production schedules to accommodate changes in customer requirements or operational priorities.
- Liaise with the Production Department to monitor work progress and resolve scheduling issues.
- Track work-in-progress (WIP) inventory and ensure smooth production flow.
- Coordinate with the Purchasing Department to ensure timely availability of raw materials, consumables, and components.
- Work with the Quality Department to address production quality issues that may impact delivery schedules.
- Coordinate with Sales and Customer Service regarding delivery commitments and order status.
Requirements:
- Familiar with factory Work Instruction format, processes or ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.
- Diploma or Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in manufacturing environment.