Prodcution Planner

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Production Planner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing production schedules to meet customer demands, optimize workflow, and ensure timely delivery of products. This role requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional coordination, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and capacity constraints.
• Coordinate production workflow across departments to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Monitor material availability and collaborate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure timely supply of raw materials and components.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and delays to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Adjust schedules in response to machine breakdowns, labor shortages, rush orders, or changes in demand.
• Work closely with the production, quality, engineering, and logistics teams to align operational priorities.
• Analyze production data and prepare reports on performance metrics, lead times, and capacity utilization.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, scheduling, and production efficiency.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and production processes.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person