Planning Engineer

Candidates must have proven experience in production planning within a joinery or woodworking environment . Should be skilled in scheduling, material coordination, and workflow optimization to ensure timely project delivery.

Joinery production planning experience is a must.

1. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and implement detailed production schedules based on project timelines, material availability, and resource capacity.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, and production teams to ensure smooth workflow and on-time delivery.
• Plan production sequences to optimize machine utilization and reduce bottlenecks.
• Review and adjust schedules as required by project changes or material delays.

2. Material & Resource Management

• Prepare material requirement plans (MRP) based on approved drawings and cutting lists.
• Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, hardware, veneers, and finishes required for joinery projects.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Coordinate with the store and purchasing departments to track material inflow and consumption.

3. Workflow Coordination

• Liaise between the design, estimation, and production departments to ensure clarity of specifications and production feasibility.
• Collaborate with project engineers and site teams to align production priorities with project progress.
• Track sub-assembly and finishing stages to ensure consistency with design intent and quality standards.

4. Process Optimization & Efficiency

• Analyze production data to identify areas for efficiency improvement and cost reduction.
• Standardize production procedures and implement lean manufacturing principles.
• Monitor machine performance and manpower allocation to enhance productivity.

5. Monitoring & Reporting

• Track daily production progress and update reports for management and project teams.
• Highlight any risks, delays, or resource constraints that could impact project timelines.
• Prepare production performance metrics such as lead time, output rates, and efficiency ratios.

6. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure that all joinery production activities comply with quality standards, design specifications, and HSE regulations.
• Participate in quality control inspections and assist in resolving non-conformance issues.
• Support implementation of ISO or internal quality management systems.

7. Technical & Project Support

• Review and interpret technical drawings and cutting lists for manufacturability.
• Assist in cost estimation and production time studies.
• Provide technical input during project kickoff and post-production evaluations.