Production/Production Planning Specialist (1 Year Fixed-term Contract)

We are looking for a ''Production/Production Planning Specialist'' for our global business partner in manufacturing sector and operates in Kemalpaşa, İzmir.

What You’ll Do :

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily/weekly/monthly production activities to meet customer demand and inventory targets.
• Create and update production plans and capacity requirements based on sales forecasts, material availability, and resource constraints.
• Monitor production progress, resolve delays, adjust schedules, and maintain continuous workflow.
• Communicate production plans and changes with related departments (production, maintenance, purchasing, logistics, quality).
• Ensure raw material and component availability by coordinating with procurement and suppliers.
• Follow up on work orders, shop-floor data, and ERP/MRP system accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain production planning documents: BOMs, routings, cycle times, and planning parameters.
• Track production KPIs (OTD, Efficiency, Scrap, Productivity, Machine Utilization) and support improvement actions.
• Identify bottlenecks, propose corrective solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) activities by determining planning requirements and production readiness.
• Support inventory accuracy processes (cycle counts, stock analysis, safety stock settings)
• Ensure all activities follow site safety guidelines and promote a safe working environment.

What You Need :

• 4–5 years of experience in production planning
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work in production environments and manage shop-floor interactions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Basic knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) is a plus
• Willingness to learn production planning concepts (capacity planning, scheduling, MPS, MRP)
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Valid driver license.
• Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and company standards.

What Makes You Stand Out :

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial
• Engineering or related technical fields
• English proficiency at B2 level or above (reading, writing, speaking)
• Knowledge of production planning methodologies (MPS, MRP, Kanban, JIT)
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing tools (5S, Kaizen, VSM, SMED, Standard Work)
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong problem-solving mindset (PDCA, 5 Why, Ishikawa)
• Ability to analyze large datasets and interpret production trends
• Proactive approach to identifying bottlenecks and improving flow
• Team-oriented, flexible, and continuous improvement driven