Production Planner

Roles and responsibilities

We are looking for a qualified Production Planner to organize production according to demand and quality standards. You will be the one to ensure our goods are produced in time for distribution in a profitable manner.

An excellent production planner is well-versed in production procedures and ways to optimize them. They are organized and results-driven with great problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are very useful for the role.

The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient flow of our production operations.

Responsibilities

Coordinate production workflow for one or multiple products
Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand
Assign workers and other staff to particular production operations
Schedule shift according to production needs
Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget
Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption
Obtain output information (number of finished products, the percentage of defectives etc.)
Prepare and submit status and performance reports
Keep paperwork organized
Collaborate with quality control, warehouse and other staff
Production Scheduling:

Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure timely and efficient production based on customer demand, inventory levels, and resource availability.
Plan production orders, assign tasks to different departments, and ensure that all departments work according to the production timelines.
Prioritize production schedules to meet deadlines, optimize resource use, and minimize bottlenecks.
Coordinate with sales, procurement, and inventory departments to ensure the materials needed for production are available and aligned with production goals.
Material and Resource Planning:

Work closely with the materials management team to ensure the availability of raw materials, components, and supplies required for production.
Forecast material needs based on production schedules and demand forecasts.
Ensure that all resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, are used efficiently and effectively.
Track and manage production materials to avoid shortages or overstocking, and adjust schedules to accommodate any supply chain delays.

Desired candidate profile

Proven experience as a production planner
Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
Experience in MRP II (Manufacturing resource planning)
Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems
Good at math and statistics
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication abilities
High school diploma; Further education or certification is preferred
Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
Excellent problem-solving skills to address production issues and find efficient solutions.
Analytical skills to evaluate production data, forecasts, and performance metrics to make data-driven decisions.
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, for creating production schedules, tracking performance, and generating reports.
Knowledge of quality control standards and how to implement processes to ensure product quality throughout production.
Soft Skills:

Strong communication skills to coordinate between different teams (production, sales, procurement, etc.) and keep everyone informed of the production status.
Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and guide production teams to meet objectives.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, ensuring production goals are met without compromising on quality.
Detail-oriented with the ability to spot inefficiencies, inconsistencies, and areas for improvement in the production process.