Production Planner Job Profile
We’re in search of a highly organized and proactive Production Planner to ensure our manufacturing processes run smoothly and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a knack for forecasting, scheduling, and planning production activities. If you’re passionate about optimizing productivity, reducing waste, and ensuring timely delivery of products, we encourage you to join our dynamic team.
Production Planner Job Description
As a Production Planner, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing operations, playing a key role in the success of our production line. You’ll be responsible for creating detailed production schedules, coordinating with various departments, and monitoring inventory levels to ensure that we meet our production targets and deadlines. Your ability to anticipate production needs and adjust plans as required will be crucial in maintaining efficiency and meeting customer demands.
In this role, you’ll:
- Develop and implement production schedules to meet internal goals and customer delivery dates.
- Analyze and optimize production operations to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with department heads to forecast production needs and plan resource allocation.
- Monitor inventory levels and order materials and supplies as needed.
- Address and resolve any production issues that arise, adjusting schedules and resources accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards throughout the production process.
Production Planner Duties and Responsibilities
- Creating Production Schedules: Draft detailed plans for the production team, ensuring optimal use of resources and timely completion of projects.
- Inventory Management: Keep a close eye on inventory, making sure materials are in stock and orders are placed in advance to avoid production delays.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with other departments, such as sales, procurement, and logistics, to align production plans with broader company goals.
- Efficiency Optimization: Continually seek ways to improve production processes, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
- Problem-solving: Quickly address any production challenges, making adjustments to schedules and workflows as needed.
Production Planner Requirements and Qualifications
- Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze production data, forecast production needs, and plan effectively.
- Organization and Attention to Detail: Excellent organizational skills with an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
- Experience in Manufacturing: Previous experience in production planning or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
- Communication: Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Education: A bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, industrial engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- Technology Proficiency: Proficiency in production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite.
If you’re driven by efficiency, detail-oriented, and ready to take on the challenge of ensuring our production operations run smoothly, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue to deliver high-quality products on time, every time.
