Manager Production Planning and Operations

Job Title: Manager – Production Planning & Operations

Experience: 4 to 5 Years
Location: Sialkot
Shift Timing: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM (PKT)

Job Purpose

To support the Operations Manager in overseeing end-to-end production activities. The role ensures timely, efficient, and cost-effective production by creating and executing detailed production plans, optimizing capacity utilization, monitoring WIP (Work in Progress), and maintaining effective coordination across departments to meet customer delivery deadlines.

Key Responsibilities1. Operational Support

• Assist the Operations Manager in planning, organizing, and monitoring daily factory operations.
• Support resource planning including manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Follow up on production progress, quality checkpoints, and shipment schedules with concerned departments.
• Oversee and regulate store operations including MIN, Inwards, GRN, and related documentation.

2. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop detailed production plans based on confirmed customer orders and available capacity.
• Allocate workloads to various production lines considering efficiency, manpower, and machine availability.
• Plan material procurement including BOM review, material reservation, and generating material demand for main and pre-orders.
• Prepare and distribute production schedules to all relevant teams.
• Prepare applied cost sheets and technical sheets for production planning.

3. Coordination & Communication

• Liaise between Operations Manager and departmental heads (Procurement, Cutting, Stitching, Finishing, QA) to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain effective communication between production teams and supporting departments.
• Participate in production meetings and provide timely updates to the Operations Manager.
• Identify and communicate delays, bottlenecks, or production issues and propose corrective actions.

4. Monitoring & Production Control

• Track line performance, efficiency, delays, and downtime reasons.
• Analyze production data to improve output and minimize waste.
• Monitor daily production vs. plan and highlight variances.
• Track WIP at each stage to ensure balanced production flow.
• Maintain accurate production data including efficiency, utilization, and order status.
• Generate periodic reports on production progress, capacity utilization, and delays for management review.

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare weekly production status and performance reports for the Operations Manager.
• Ensure adherence to company SOPs, compliance standards, and safety guidelines.

6. Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimization.
• Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Evaluate production performance and recommend process enhancements.
• Participate in root cause analysis for production losses, rejections, or quality deviations.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in production planning and factory operations, ideally in manufacturing or industrial setups.
• Strong understanding of capacity planning, WIP management, and production workflows.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems, and production planning tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in production planning and control?
• How much experience you have?
• What is your qualification?
• Are you comfortable working from Sialkot?
• What is your current salary?
• What is your expected salary?

Work Location: In person