PRDOCUTION PLANNER (PPC)

Job description

The Production Planner is responsible for preparing, prioritizing, modifying & managing daily/weekly/monthly production schedules and ensuring that the production targets are achieved. Plan & prepare production schedule based on the Production Release Note (PRN), Customer Delivery Dates (CDD) and available/expected resources

• Analyses product specifications and plant capacity data and determines the materials, manufacturing process, equipment, and manpower required to perform the job. Also incorporates lead times for each activity to meet the shipping schedule
• Review materials availability with stores periodically and coordinate with the procurement department to ensure availability of required materials as per the production schedule
• Coordinates with subcontractors for the timely receipt of materials as per specification
• Addresses and resolves production issues, if any, to minimise production delays. Expedites operational delays and reschedules the plan to meet unforeseen circumstances
• Provides the manpower requirement to the Human Resources department and ensures the availability of required manpower for production
• Updates all relevant departments of changes to the current production schedule, if any, to prioritise their activity based on the current schedule
• Works closely with the Sales department to understand the orders in the pipeline and plan the production schedule proactively
• Apprises QC department of nearing completion status to schedule the final inspection or Third Party Inspection (TPI)
• Ensures that the available resources are utilised to their maximum capacity through effective planning & control. Highlight underutilised resources to the plant management
• Recommends and implements efficient production techniques, cost reduction initiatives, as well as improves the production process, product quality, and productivity
• Plan and maintain minimum stock quantity for fast-moving Customer needs in coordination with stores department
• Interact with shop floor Managers , supervisors daily to understand & resolve issues, if any, regarding manufacturing efficiencies.
• Coordinates with packing & logistics for the timely dispatch of products to the customer.

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or similar.
• 10+ years of demonstrable experience in the production planning and scheduling field.
• Solid understanding of production processes, inventory management and supply chain management processes in the Indian business landscape.
• Proficiency in using production planning software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Multilingual proficiency for effective communication in a diverse market.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or related certifications.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with supply chain management best practices.
• Knowledge of production forecasting, capacity planning, and production cost control.
• Skilled in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person