Production Planning Manager

JD OF PRODUCTION PLANNING
Department: Production / PlanningLocation: SilvassaReporting to: Plant Head / Director Job Purpose:To ensure efficient planning and coordination of FIBC production activities, raw material procurement, and order scheduling to meet customer delivery timelines, optimize resource utilization, and reduce production downtime. Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning & Scheduling:
• Prepare and manage monthly, weekly, and daily production plans based on sales forecasts and order confirmations.
• Coordinate with sales, purchase, and production teams to ensure timely delivery of finished goods.
• Monitor work-in-progress and update plans as needed for delays or urgent requirements.

1. Material Requirement Planning (MRP):
• Plan raw material and packing material requirements.
• Ensure timely availability of input materials like PP/HDPE granules, liners, threads, loops, belts, etc.
• Coordinate with the procurement team to manage inventory levels.

1. Capacity & Resource Management:
• Analyze machine and labour capacity to align with production targets.
• Optimize plant and machine utilization (Tape Plant, Looms, Printing, Liner, Assembly, etc.)

1. Coordination & Communication:
• Liaise with the production, maintenance, QA/QC, and dispatch teams for smooth operations.
• Communicate plan changes and urgent requirements effectively.

1. Monitoring & Reporting:
• Track daily production output against the plan.
• Analyze variances and take corrective action.
• Prepare MIS reports for management review.

1. Process Improvement:
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Work on reducing lead times and improving on-time delivery performance.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of FIBC manufacturing processes (tape extrusion, weaving, cutting, printing, stitching, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems ( Tally, or other industry-specific tools)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and team coordination abilities
• Ability to handle pressure and multiple priorities

Educational Qualification:

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Engineering /Operations / Production Management
• Preferred: Certification in Production Planning or Supply Chain Management

Experience:

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in planning, preferably in FIBC or woven sack manufacturing industry