Production Planning Engineer

A Production Planning Engineer plays a crucial role in the manufacturing and production sectors. They are responsible for ensuring that all production activities are strategically planned to meet customer demands efficiently and effectively. By optimizing various production processes, they aim to enhance productivity and reduce costs. This role requires close collaboration with various teams, including design, procurement, and quality assurance, to ensure that production schedules are met without compromising quality. In addition, the Production Planning Engineer is involved in analyzing workflow, capacity, and other production efficiency metrics to make informed decisions that drive continuous improvement. Successful candidates in this role possess strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a forward-thinking approach to production challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop, Implement, and maintain detailed production schedules to meet customer demands timely.
• Analyze and forecast production capacity needs to optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure that materials meet production schedules.
• Coordinate with design and engineering teams to align production plans with design specifications.
• Continuously assess production processes to identify areas for improvement and efficiency enhancement.
• Implement and manage tools and systems for tracking production performance metrics.
• Work with quality assurance to ensure products meet required standards before delivery.
• Address potential production bottlenecks to prevent any delay in the manufacturing process.
• Prepare and present production planning reports to management for informed decision-making.
• Train and mentor junior staff on production planning processes and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company procedures across the production line.
• Liaise with the sales department to align production plans with customer orders and forecasts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with a knack for optimizing production processes.
• Proficiency in production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills to work effectively with different departments.
• A detail-oriented mindset with the capability to create effective production schedules.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.