Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Production Planner to join our manufacturing team. As a key member of the operations team, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating production activities to meet customer demand dates.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of sales, inventory, and operational planning processes. They will also have experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment with a focus on made-to-order production.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
* Developing sales, inventory, and operational plans to meet customer demand dates
* Managing material availability to ensure timely delivery of products
* Coordinating production schedules to optimize efficiency and productivity
* Identifying and resolving bottlenecks in supply chain operations
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A strong background in production planning and control
* Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment with a focus on made-to-order production
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and hybrid working arrangement (after 6 months with a maximum of 2 days remote work). If you are a motivated and organized individual with a passion for production planning, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
This role involves working closely with production operations line leads, supervisors, and management to develop and communicate production plans that ensure customer commitments are met. You will also be responsible for managing the incoming flow of raw materials, monitoring incoming deliveries, inventory issues, and material shortages to minimize their impact on production. Additionally, you will need to deal with freight and duty invoices and develop and maintain necessary records and documentation in compliance with ISO system requirements.