Production Planning Control

Company Description

Impensus Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a technology-driven organization specializing in IoT-based automated solutions for controlled environment applications, currently focusing in post-harvest management of fruits and vegetables. Our controlled environment solutions helps in extending shelf life, preserve freshness, reduce waste, and maintain produce quality in cold storage environments. We also offer scientific ripening solutions compliant with FSSAI and NHB standards. Through automation, analytics, and IoT, we help customers improve operational efficiency, productivity, and sustainability.

Role Description

Chennai

planning, material control, cost tracking, and schedule adherence

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning and Resource Allocation

Understand project design documents, technical requirements, and delivery timelines.

Prepare detailed production plans and allocate engineers and technicians accordingly.

Monitor daily/weekly production progress and take corrective actions as required.

Material and Inventory Control

Plan and track material consumption from inventory against project requirements.

Identify shortages proactively and coordinate with vendors for procurement.

Manage purchase completion in coordination with internal teams, ensuring material availability without delays.

Project Co-ordination and Execution Support

Coordinate with site teams during project execution at customer locations to ensure smooth progress.

Act as the central interface between factory, site engineers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Ensure timely resolution of issues impacting cost, schedule, or quality.

Cost Control and Budget Ownership

Own the project budget from initiation to completion.

Track incurred costs, variable expenses, and deviations from the approved budget.

Ensure project completion within budget and committed timelines.

Identify and drive cost-optimization opportunities without compromising quality.

Reporting and Analysis

Excel-based project cost sheets

• Budgeted vs actual cost
• Material consumption
• Variable and overhead expenses
• Cost-saving analysis

Maintain similar comparative analysis across multiple projects for management review.

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory

• Bachelor's degree in

  Engineering

  (Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Industrial / Automation or related fields).

• Minimum 2 years of experience

  in

  Production Planning & Control (PPC) Production Planning

  , or

  Project Planning & Control

  in a project-based manufacturing or automation environment.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, inventory control, and procurement coordination.
• Proven experience in project cost control and schedule management.
• Proficiency in

  MS Excel

  for budgeting, cost tracking, and analytical reporting.

Skills Required

• Strong skills in Production Planning and creating effective Production Schedules
• Working knowledge of PLC systems and factory automation
• Familiarity with industrial control panels, field devices, and automation projects
• Experience in a manufacturing or IoT-based technology environment is a plus
• Experience in using ERP / MRP systems for production planning, inventory management and procurement will be preferred
• Proficiency in Analytical Skills and Planning to drive operational efficiency
• Excellent Communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Experience with inventory management and resource optimization
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines